Question

Which of these statements best explains why there are different star charts for the same location on Earth? (2 points)

A. A single star chart shows location of stars only in one direction.
B. The North Star changes its position rapidly at the same location.
C. Rotation and revolution of Earth causes changes in star positions.
D.The ecliptic plane moves with respect to the stars due to planetary motion.

Answer 1

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Answer:

C. Rotation and revolution of Earth causes changes in star positions.

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

If you look at the sky at different times on the same night,
or at the same time on different nights, you'll see either
the same constellations in different places, or different
constellations completely.