Why is it called the Arctic? The word Arctic is derived from the Greek árktos which means “of the bear.” It refers to Ursa Major, a constellation of stars known as the Great Bear. While unviewable in Antarctica due to its position in the Southern Hemisphere, this gave it the name “anti-Bear” or “of no …
One of the best meteor showers of the year will peak the night of December 13 with around 120 meteors per hour. How to Watch the Geminids Meteor Shower The Geminids will reach their peak the night of December 13th into the early morning hours of December 14th. During its peak, 120 Geminid meteors can …
Astrology and astronomy are two distinct fields of study that often intersect. Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects such as stars, planets, galaxies, and other phenomena in the universe. It is based on research and observation. Astrology is the naturalistic study of celestial movement that can be used to explain the natural pattern …
The zodiac is a ring-shaped region in the sky that is divided by the 12 constellations that are known as the signs of the zodiac. The Sun, Moon, and all the planets always stay within the zodiac. In astronomy and astrology, a sign of the zodiac refers to one of 12 specific constellations of the …
For thousands of years, the Leonids were seen as a sign that the harvest would be plentiful, and that winter would be mild. The Native Americans believed that the Leonids brought warm weather, while the Chinese saw them as a sign of good luck. The Leonids meteor shower occurs every November. Its name comes from …