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Constellations and their Mythology
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Capricornus
Represents the hybrid sea-goat, often associated with the god Pan. Important stars include Deneb Algedi, Algiedi, and Dabih.
Andromeda
Named after the mythological princess who was chained to a rock as a sacrifice. Main stars include Alpheratz, Mirach, and Almach.
Cygnus
Depicts the swan into which Zeus transformed himself. Notable stars are Deneb, Sadr, and Gienah.
Taurus
Represents the bull form of Zeus when he abducted Europa. Prominent stars include Aldebaran, Elnath, and the Hyades cluster.
Leo
Associated with the Nemean Lion slain by Hercules. Main stars are Regulus, Algieba, and Denebola.
Sagittarius
Represents a centaur archer, sometimes identified as Chiron. Key stars are Kaus Australis, Nunki, and Alnasl.
Cassiopeia
Queen of Aethiopia who boasted about her unrivaled beauty. Main stars are Schedar, Caph, and Ruchbah.
Ursa Major
In mythology, represents Callisto who was turned into a bear and placed in the sky by Zeus. Main stars include Alioth, Dubhe, and Alkaid.
Gemini
Symbolizes the twins Castor and Pollux. The main stars are Castor, Pollux, and Alhena.
Scorpius
Associated with the scorpion sent by Artemis to kill Orion. Major stars include Antares, Shaula, and Sargas.
Cancer
Symbolizes the crab that Hera sent to aid the Hydra in its battle with Hercules. Main stars are Al Tarf, Acubens, and Asellus Australis.
Virgo
Represents the goddess of harvest and agriculture, often associated with Demeter. The brightest stars are Spica, Zavijava, and Porrima.
Pegasus
Represents the winged horse born from Poseidon and Medusa's blood. Major stars are Markab, Scheat, and Algenib.
Aquarius
Symbolizes Ganymede, the cupbearer to the gods. Significant stars include Sadalmelik, Sadalsuud, and Skat.
Orion
Associated with a hunter in Greek mythology. Main stars include Betelgeuse, Rigel, and Bellatrix.
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