Question 1550Navigation General
70% to passIn the celestial equator system of coordinates what is NOT equivalent to the longitude of the Earth system of coordinates?
A
Zn
B
LHA
C
SHA
D
t
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) Zn. In the celestial equator system of coordinates, the Zn (Zenith Angle) is not equivalent to the longitude of the Earth system of coordinates. The longitude is an angular measurement east or west of the prime meridian, while the Zn is the angular distance of a celestial body from the observer's zenith, which is the point directly overhead. The other options, B) LHA (Local Hour Angle), C) SHA (Sidereal Hour Angle), and D) t (time), are all equivalent to the longitude in the celestial equator system, as they represent the angular measurement of a celestial body's position relative to the observer's location.
Related Questions
Q1649:When taking an amplitude, the Sun's center should be observed on the visible hor...
Q728:When using an ARPA, what should you consider in order to evaluate the informatio...
Q1386:The navigator is concerned with three systems of coordinates. Which system is no...
Q1749:A towing vessel is NOT required to be fitted with radar if it is _______________...
Q363:In illustration D045NG below, which shape is a daymark warning of danger?
Ready to test your knowledge?
Take a Navigation General Practice ExamOfficial Resources
Want to practice with timed exams?
Download Coast Guard Exams for the full exam experience.
App Store