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EQUATION TEMPS [1 record]

Record 1 2011-05-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chronology
  • Mathematical Geography
  • Surveying
  • Practical Astronomy
DEF

The difference between mean solar time and apparent time usually expressed as a correction which is to be added to apparent time to give local mean solar time.

CONT

The difference between mean solar time and the time required for a complete solar revolution on any one given day of the year is called the equation of time.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chronologie
  • Géographie mathématique
  • Arpentage
  • Astronomie pratique
DEF

Différence entre le temps solaire vrai et le temps solaire moyen.

Spanish

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