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celestial sphere

Noun
Japanese Meaning
天球:天文学において、無限の半径を持つ抽象的な球面であり、天体の見かけ上の背景として作用するもの。観測者にとって、地上から見える空がその球面の一半球であるという概念。
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星図を作成する際、天文学者は測定を簡単にするためにしばしば星の位置を無限の半径を持つ想像上の球面(天球)に投影します。

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(astronomy) An abstract sphere of infinite radius which serves as the imaginary backdrop for celestial objects, and of which the visible sky is one hemisphere.

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celestial sphere

When mapping the stars, astronomers often project their positions onto the celestial sphere to simplify measurements.

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When mapping the stars, astronomers often project their positions onto the celestial sphere to simplify measurements.

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