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SPIN-AXIS OBLIQUITY [1 record]

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Record 1 2010-12-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Astronomy
CONT

The spin axis obliquity can only be preliminary constrained, indicating retrograde rotation for the first argument value, and prograde rotation for the second suggested spin axis argument.

OBS

spin axis obliquity: term used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Astronomie
CONT

La durée du jour et de la nuit varie en fonction de la position par rapport à l'équateur et aux pôles c'est-à-dire la latitude et à la période de l'année. Cette variation s'explique par l'obliquité de l'axe de rotation. Au-delà des cercles polaires, il y a des journées sans jour, et des journées sans nuit!

OBS

obliquité de l'axe de rotation : terme en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

Spanish

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