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[せっ()·けい()]
sekkei
noun

English Meaning(s) for 赤経

noun
  1. right ascension

Definition and Synonyms for 赤経

Ra the equatorial coordinate specifying the angle, measured eastward along the celestial equator, from the vernal equinox to the intersection of the hour circle that passes through an object in the sky
Synonyms: 赤経, 黄経
Ra usually expressed in hours and minutes and seconds
Synonyms: 赤経, 黄経
Ra used with declination to specify positions on the celestial sphere
Synonyms: 赤経, 黄経

Meanings for each kanji in 赤経

» red
» sutra; longitude; pass thru; expire; warp

Categories 赤経 is a member of

Angular Distance the angular separation between two objects as perceived by an observer
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