Scheduled air date: 2005 Nov 14-20
At this time of year, the constellation Cassiopeia can be seen above the north
star Polaris around 9:00-10:00 PM.
This constellation is in the shape of a throne, and looks like the letter "M" or
"W," depending upon the time of year and night, as it rotates around the north
celestial pole.
(Shown around 9:00 PM at mid-November for mid-northern latitudes. The "M" is
shown in red lines. The orange lines complete the seat of the throne.)
In the hours just before sunrise, Cassiopeia has rotated to the lower left of
Polaris, and the throne appears upright.
(Shown around 5:00 AM at mid-November for mid-northern latitudes.)
If you wish to view illustrations for other episodes, please see our Star Gazer Illustrated directory.
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