what is polar star and explain how is it spotted among other stars
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A pole star or polar star is a star, preferably bright, closely aligned to the axis of rotation of an astronomical object. With regard to planet Earth, the pole star refers to Polaris (Alpha Ursae Minoris), a magnitude 2 star aligned approximately with its northern axis, and a pre-eminent star in celestial navigation.Directions To Find the North Star
1.Locate the Big Dipper in the northern sky. ...
2.As shown in the diagram, locate the two stars that form the outer edge of the Big Dipper.
3.Draw an imaginary line straight through the two stars of the dipper edge and toward the Little Dipper.
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