The Little Dipper is part of the Ursa Minor constellation and is primarily known for its brightest star, Polaris, also known as the North Star. The other stars that make up the Little Dipper include Kochab, Pherkad, and several fainter stars like Yildun, Eltanin, and others. These stars form a distinct asterism that resembles a ladle or a dipper, with Polaris marking the end of the handle.
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