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... > Observational astronomy > Astronomical techniques > Astrometry > Astronomical coordinate systems > Horizontal coordinate system > Vertical circle

Preferred term

Vertical circle  

Definition

  • The greater circle on the celestial sphere which passes through zenith, nadir, and the star and whose plane is perpendicular to the plane of horizon. (en)

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http://astrothesaurus.org/uat/1765

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