Answer to Question #76697 in Astronomy | Astrophysics for Nidhi

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Question #76697

the zenith distance of a star at latitude 60°N is 25° calculate its declination

Expert's answer

If z- zenith distance, and φ – latitude, then declination α , could be found as:
α=90°-z-φ
α=90°-60°-25°=5°

So,declination of the star is 5°

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