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La eclíptica:The ecliptic:
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Correct answer: b) Is the curve on the celestial sphere the Sun appears to follow over a year, seen from Earth
Why it is correct
The ecliptic is the Sun’s apparent path in the sky over a year. The celestial equator is something else.
Why the others are not
- a) It is its projection.
- c) That is the equator.
- d) That is the equator.
How to work it out in the exam
- Ecliptic: Sun’s path.
Where this question comes from
- Junta de Andalucía · 2024 · 2ª convocatoria · CY Módulo de navegación · question 4 Official paper · Official answer key
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