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Aries became a constellation in ancient times as part of the zodiac, representing the ram. The pattern of stars that make up the Aries constellation were given this name by early astronomers who associated it with the ram in Greek mythology. Over time, the position of the stars relative to Earth formed the recognizable figure of a ram in the sky.
Andromeda is a galaxy (spiral) and not a constellation
Artemis is not a part of a constellation.
Orion is not a star, it is a constellation. Being a constellation, it has many stars in it. It has been a recognised constellation since humans first looked at the night sky, thousands of years ago.
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Hercules became a constellation in Greek mythology as a tribute to his great strength and heroic deeds, particularly his twelve labors. After his death, the gods transformed him into a constellation as a way to honor him and allow his story to live on in the stars.