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JGIBBSON

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on: Jul 28, 2018
Where on the ecliptic is the vernal equinox located?

Question 2

How does the declination of the Sun vary over 1 year?


Carliemb17

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Reply #1 on: Jul 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The vernal equinox is located on the celestial sphere where the Sun crosses the
celestial equator going from south to north.

Answer to Question 2

The declination of the Sun varies from 23.5N to 23.5S back to 23.5N during 1
year. The starting point for the answer is optional, but you must start at 23.5 or less.


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