Multiple choice

What is an asterism?

  1. a type of constellation

  2. a group of constellations

  3. an area with no constellations

  4. a pattern of stars that isn't a constellation
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Explanation

An asterism is a recognizable pattern of stars that is not one of the 88 official constellations. Examples include the Big Dipper and the Summer Triangle.

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