Serpens Caput

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Serpens Caput

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…constellation divided into two parts, Serpens Caput (Latin: “Head of the Serpent”) and Serpens Cauda (Latin: “Tail of the Serpent”). The two parts represent the serpent held by the constellation of Ophiuchus. Serpens Caput is located at about 16 hours right ascension and 10° north in declination; Serpens Cauda is…
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…constellation divided into two parts, Serpens Caput (Latin: “Head of the Serpent”) and Serpens Cauda (Latin: “Tail of the Serpent”). The two parts represent the serpent held by the constellation of Ophiuchus. Serpens Caput is located at about 16 hours right ascension and 10° north in declination; Serpens Cauda is…
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