Multiple Choice
Over what typical time scale will the particular pattern of stars in a specific constellation appear to change from our view on Earth because of celestial motions?
A) thousands of years because of motions of individual stars
B) millions of years because stars move very slowly with respect to each other
C) a few hours because of Earth's rotation
D) a year because of Earth's orbital motion
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