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Eridanus (ĭrĭd`ənəs), large southern constellation constellation, in common usage, group of stars that appear to form a configuration in the sky; properly speaking, a constellation is a definite region of the sky in which the configuration of stars is contained. ..... Click the link for more information. stretching SW from Orion for about 60°. Because of its long, winding shape it was identified with a river by many ancient civilizations; e.g., the Egyptians called it the Nile and the Babylonians called it the Euphrates. The brightest star in the constellation, Achernar Achernar (ā`kərnär'), brightest star in the constellation Eridanus ; Bayer designation α Eridani; 1992 position R.A. ..... Click the link for more information. , marks the southern end of the river. Eridanus reaches its highest point in the evening sky in December. Eridanus [‚er·ə′dan·əs] (astronomy) A southern constellation made up of a long, crooked line of stars beginning near Rigel in the foot of Orion, and winding west and south to the first-magnitude star Achernar. Abbreviated Eri; Erid. Also known as River Po. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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