Perseus (constellation) - Wikipedia
WEBPerseus is a constellation in the northern sky, named after the Greek mythological hero Perseus. It is one of the 48 ancient constellations listed by the 2nd-century astronomer Ptolemy, [1] and among the 88 modern constellations defined by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). [2]
Perseus Constellation: Location, Stars, Myth, Facts – Constellation Guide
WEBPerseus is a large constellation located in the northern sky. Associated with the story of Perseus in Greek mythology, the constellation hosts the radiant of the Perseid meteor shower.
Perseus constellation: Facts, location and myth | Space
WEBMay 25, 2023 · Perseus is the 24th largest constellation in the night sky and is visible across the Northern Hemisphere and parts of the Southern Hemisphere. It has an area of approximately 615 square...
Perseus Constellation | Star Map & Facts - GO ASTRONOMY
WEBPerseus is a prominent constellation in the northern hemisphere. Named after the Greek hero Perseus, it is known for its significant historical and astronomical interest. Its mythological links and varied celestial objects make it a point of interest for both astronomers and stargazers alike.
The Perseus Constellation | Pictures, Facts, and Location
WEBPerseus is the 24th largest constellation in the northern sky, named after the Greek mythological hero Perseus. The celestial hero Perseus boarders the constellations Aries and Taurus to the south, Auriga to the east, Cassiopeia to the north, and the Andromeda galaxy to the west.
Perseus Constellation | Facts, Information, History, Location
WEBSep 10, 2020 · Perseus is the 24 th largest constellation in the sky, out of the 88 modern constellations, stretching for around 615 square degrees. Perseus is located in the first quadrant of the northern hemisphere (NQ1), and it is prominent during the northern hemisphere’s spring.
The Constellation Perseus - In-The-Sky.org
WEBPerseus is a northern constellation which appears highest in the evening sky in the months around November. It is prominent from dark sites, having 16 stars of fourth magnitude or brighter. However, only two of these are prominent from light-polluted locations: Mirfak and Algol.
Perseus | Mythology, Stars, Constellations | Britannica
WEBPerseus, constellation in the northern sky at about 4 hours right ascension and 40° north in declination. With a magnitude of 1.8, its brightest star is Mirfak (from the Arabic for “the elbow”), which is also known as Algenib (from the Arabic for “the side”).
Perseus Constellation - Features And Facts - The Planets
WEBThe Perseus Constellation is one of the oldest known constellations, and ranks as the 24th largest Constellation as one of the original 48 Constellations listed by Greek Astronomer Ptolemy, in the 2nd century.
Perseus Constellation Myths and Facts | Under the Night Sky
WEBPerseus Constellation - Perseus (The Hero): Your guide to the myths, facts and images of the constellation Perseus, its stars and objects.
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