Question 1472Navigation General

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Antares is found in what constellation?

A Corvus
B Scorpio
C Corona Borealis
D Libra
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) Scorpio. Antares is a bright red star that is the brightest star in the constellation of Scorpio. Scorpio is one of the 88 officially recognized constellations in the night sky and is located in the southern celestial hemisphere. The other answer choices are incorrect as they do not contain the constellation that Antares is found within.

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