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Record 1 2024-04-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Astronomy
  • Mathematical Geography
DEF

The line connecting the two points of an orbit that are nearest and farthest from the center of attraction ...

OBS

[For example, the line which connects] the perigee and apogee of the moon or the perihelion and aphelion of a planet.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Astronomie
  • Géographie mathématique
DEF

Ligne qui joint les deux points d'une orbite le plus proche et le plus éloigné du centre d'attraction.

OBS

La ligne des apsides joint l'aphélie et le périhélie.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Astronomía
  • Geografía matemática
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