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what is the diffrence between ursa major and ursa minor start arranged​

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Answered by Mehertaj
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  • Definition of Ursa Major. : a constellation that is the most conspicuous of the northern constellations, is situated near the north pole of the heavens, and contains the stars forming the Big Dipper two of which are in a line indicating the direction of the North Star. — called also Great Bear.
  • It has significance in many different cultures. The Big Dipper is also very useful in navigation as it points the way to Polaris, the North Star (Alpha Ursae Minoris), which is a part of another famous asterism, the Little Dipper in Ursa Minor constellation..

  • Definition of Ursa Major. :Ursa Minor (Latin: "Lesser  Bear", contrasting with Ursa Major), also known as the Little Bear, is a constellation in the Northern Sky. ... It was one of the 48 constellations listed by the 2nd-century astronomer Ptolemy, and remains one of the 88 modern constellations.
  • Polaris is an important star for navigation, allowing mariners to easily identify their latitude. Ursa Minor is one of the 48 constellations identified by the Greek astronomer Ptolemy in the second century. Its name means “lesser bear” in Latin. It is an ancient constellation with roots in many cultures.

Answered by amritpaji101
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the difference between Ursa Major and Ursa Minor are -:

1) Ursa Major - This consolation is formed by 7 bright star in the Northern Sky.

2) Ursa Minor - this constellation is also made by 7 star but less brighter and stars are arranged close together then Ursa major.

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