JOURNAL ARTICLE

A Shapeshifting Asterism: The Circlet of Pisces changes form depending on how you look at it.

  • Published In: Sky & Telescope, 2024, v. 148, n. 6. P. 45 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: O'Meara, Stephen James 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the Circlet of Pisces, an asterism in the Pisces constellation that changes form depending on how it is observed. The constellation of Pisces consists of three main parts: a Northern Fish, a Western Fish, and a ribbon connecting them. The Western Fish contains the Circlet of Pisces, which is a pattern of stars that varies in its representation. The article also mentions the mythological origins of the constellation and the significance of certain stars within the Circlet. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sky & Telescope. 2024/12, Vol. 148, Issue 6, p45
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0037-6604
  • Accession Number:179522398
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