Finding Stars and Constellations: Andromeda
In order the location of the galaxy Andromeda in the sky of a location located at approximately N 44°, W 84° during the month of December around 10 pm, one must keep into consideration the location of the Andromeda galaxy in the sky. This galaxy is situated approximately at azimuth 280°, altitude 58° using the horizontal coordinate system. This means that one has to look west (azimuth 270°) and lift the head to an angle close to 60° with respect to the horizon.
The constellations of Aries and Pisces are close to this galaxy in the celestial sphere as you can see in the picture.
Keep in mind that there is also a constellation called Andromeda, the galaxy is located within the boundaries of the constellation.
The Andromeda galaxy is situated 2.5 light years from the Milky Way Galaxy and is another spiral galaxy.
Previous Posts
Concepts in Astronomy #1. Introduction
Concepts in Astronomy #2. The Ecliptic
Concepts in Astronomy #3. The Celestial Equator
Concepts in Astronomy #4. Right Ascension
Concepts in Astronomy #5. Declination
Concepts in Astronomy #6. The Celestial Sphere
Concepts in Astronomy #7. Azimuth
Concepts in Astronomy #8. Altitude
Concepts in Astronomy #9. The Equatorial Coordinate System
Concepts in Astronomy #10. The Topocentric Coordinate System
Concepts in Astronomy #11. Equinox
Concepts in Astronomy #12. Solstice
Concepts in Astronomy #13. Rotation Period
Concepts in Astronomy #14. Orbital Period
Concepts in Astronomy #15. Axial Precession
Concepts in Astronomy #16. Axial Tilt
Concepts in Astronomy #17. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Polaris
Concepts in Astronomy #18. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Ursa Major and the Big Dipper
Concepts in Astronomy #19. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Orion
Concepts in Astronomy #20. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Sirius
Concepts in Astronomy #21. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Gemini, including Pollux and Castor
Concepts in Astronomy #22. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Taurus, including Aldebaran
Concepts in Astronomy #23. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Aries, including Hamal
Concepts in Astronomy #24. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Pisces
Concepts in Astronomy #25. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Aquarius
Concepts in Astronomy #26. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Capricornus
Concepts in Astronomy #27. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Sagittarius
Concepts in Astronomy #28. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Scorpius
Concepts in Astronomy #29. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Libra
Concepts in Astronomy #30. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Virgo
Concepts in Astronomy #31. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Leo
Concepts in Astronomy #32. Finding Planets, Stars and Constellations: Cancer