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In Geography / Middle School | 2014-05-08

Why are some constellations visible to New York State observers at midnight during April, but not visible at midnight during October?

(a) Constellations move within our galaxy.
(b) Constellations have elliptical orbits.
(c) Earth revolves around the Sun.
(d) Earth rotates on its axis.

Asked by Batchat

Answer (2)

The change in the visibility of constellations at midnight from April to October in New York is due to the Earth's **revolution **around the Sun. This revolution changes the section of the celestial sphere that is visible at midnight. Therefore, different constellations are seen during these two periods. ;

Answered by MichaelAnsara | 2024-06-18

Some constellations are visible at midnight in April but not in October because the Earth revolves around the Sun. This revolution changes which constellations are visible, depending on the time of year. Therefore, the correct answer is option (c).
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Answered by MichaelAnsara | 2024-09-27

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