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Right ascension  

Definition

  • A coordinate in the equatorial system measured from the vernal equinox eastward to the point where the object hour circle intersects the celestial equator. Right ascension (symbol α) is expressed in hours, minutes, and seconds. (en)

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  • Celestial longitude (en)

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http://astrothesaurus.org/uat/1399

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