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Orion gets it name from Greek mythology; it is named after Orion the Hunter.
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While the Orion constellation is named after the hunter in Greek mythology, it is anything but stealthy. Orion, which is located on the celestial equator, is one of the most prominent and recognizable constellations in the sky and can be seen throughout the world.
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What constellation is the Orion telescopes named after?
The Orion telescopes are named after the constellation with the same name, the Orion constellation. The Orion constellation is named after the hunter in Greek mythology also with the same name, Orion.
What is the Hindi name for the constellation Orion?
orion
What is the name for the constellation known as The Hunter?
The constellation's name is Orion.
What is another name for the constellation Orion?
Orion is also known as "The Hunter"Another name for the constellation Orion is Hayk. This constellation can be found at night when the stars are out. For better chances of spotting this constellation it is recommended to invest in a telescope.
How did O'Ryan's Belt constellation get its name?
You mean 'Orion's Belt' - this is a group of stars, not a full constellation, and it got its name because it is part of the constellation called 'Orion', with Orion being a hunter.
What is the other name for Orion?
The Orion constellation can also be referred to ''The Hunter''
What is the name of the constellation that is the hunter?
Orion, the Hunter.
What are Name of constellation 5 letter word?
Orion
How did constellation Ryan's Belt get its name?
It's not a constellation but a group of stars, and it's 'Orion's Belt', not 'Ryan's Belt' - you're heard it wrong. The formation 'Orion's Belt' is in the constellation 'Orion' - supposedly Orion was a great hunter who Zeus put up among the stars.
What is the name of the dog in the constellation of Orion?
There is no dog in the constellation of Orion. But just to his east are the constellations Canis Major and Canis Minor, the big and little dogs.
How many constlettions does the Orion have?
One.Orion doesn't "have constellations". Orion is a constellation.
What is the name of this constellation named after a mythical hunter includes the star etelgeuse?
The constellation is called Orion.
