Little Dipper
- From: "Curtis Croulet" <calypte@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2006 21:43:30 -0800
Does anyone know of a specific reason why Ursa Minor is often called (in the
U.S.) the "Little Dipper?" I'm asking if there's a documented historical
reason. Yes, I know it looks vaguely like a "dipper," and it's close to the
"Big Dipper," and maybe someone once thought that if you have a big one you
also need a little one. All of these are conjectural reasons. But I'm
wondering if there's an interesting first usage or documentable reason. If
someone can offer a reference or link, that would be much appreciated.
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Curtis Croulet
Temecula, California
33°27'59"N, 117°05'53"W
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