UNIVERSE LL W/SAPLINGPLUS MULTI SEMESTER
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Chapter 11, Problem 13Q
(a)
To determine
The apparent motion of the Sun with respect to the horizon during a “day” on Venus.
(b)
To determine
The apparent motion of the Sun with respect to the background stars during a “day” on Venus.
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