Scorpio

Scorpius is one of the constellations of the zodiac. Its name is Latin for scorpion, and its symbol is (Unicode ♏). Scorpius is one of the 48 constellations identified by the Greek astronomer Ptolemy in the second century. It is an ancient constellation that pre-dated the Greeks.[1] It lies between Libra to the west and Sagittarius to the east. It is a large constellation located in the southern hemisphere near the center of the Milky Way.

Stars

corpius contains many bright stars, including Antares (α Sco), "rival of Mars," so named because of its distinct reddish hue; β1 Sco (Graffias or Acrab), a triple star; δ Sco (Dschubba, "the forehead"); θ Sco (Sargas, of unknown origin); ν Sco (Jabbah); ξ Sco (Girtab, "the scorpion"); π Sco(Iclil); σ Sco (Alniyat); and τ Sco (also known as Alniyat, "the arteries").[2][3]

Marking the tip of the scorpion's curved tail are λ Sco (Shaula) and υ Sco(Lesath), whose names both mean "sting." Given their proximity to one another, λ Sco and υ Sco are sometimes referred to as the Cat's Eyes.[4]

The constellation's bright stars form a pattern like a longshoreman's hook. Most of them are massive members of the nearest OB association: Scorpius-Centaurus.[5]

The star δ Sco, after having been a stable 2.3 magnitude star, flared in July 2000 to 1.9 in a matter of weeks. It has since become a variable star fluctuating between 2.0 and 1.6.[6] This means that at its brightest it is the second brightest star in Scorpius.

U Scorpii is the fastest known nova with a period of about 10 years.[7]

ω¹ Scorpii and ω² Scorpii are an optical double, which can be resolved by the unaided eye. They have contrasting blue and yellow colours.

The star once designated γ Sco (despite being well within the boundaries of Libra) is today known as σ Lib. Moreover, the entire constellation of Libra was considered to be claws of Scorpius (Chelae Scorpionis) in Ancient Greek times, with a set of scales held aloft by Astraea (represented by adjacent Virgo) being formed from these western-most stars during later Greek times. The division into Libra was formalised during Roman times.

Origin

he Babylonians called this constellation MUL.GIR.TAB - the 'Scorpion', the signs can be literally read as 'the (creature with) a burning sting'.

In some old descriptions the constellation of Libra is treated as the Scorpion's claws. Libra was known as the Claws of the Scorpion in Babylonian (zibānītu (compare Arabic zubānā)) and in Greek (χηλαι).

Facts

1.The very mention of Scorpio zodiac sign makes people sit up and take notice. This is because they are mysterious individuals with an intense nature. They make loyal friends and dangerous enemies. They are devoted lovers and will do anything to ensure their loved ones are happy and protected. If they have agreed or committed to a project or relationship, they will not back down. They go by their gut and most often than not, they are right. It is best to not lie to a Scorpio because they will see through it until the end. Let us know explore strange facts about Scorpios:

2.In a fix or deep trouble? Ask a Scorpio for some help! Yes, Scorpios have an uncanny ability to work out solutions from scratch or at least they know someone who knows someone who can get a problem fixed. In short, they are very resourceful!

3.A Scorpio is a like a coconut. They will behave as if nothing affects them. They are cool cats and aloof. However, this betrays their inner emotions as they might be bubbling over with love or anger over something. But they will never show it!