A constellation is a group of stars close to each other. Do you agree with this definition of a constellation? Give reasons.

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A constellation is not just a group of starts close to each other, they are more like a pattern with a particular shape. When stars are divided into groups and a picture can be imagined around them, such as that of a hunter or bear, the group of starts is known a constellation.

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