For an Observer in Valdivia,Chile,at a Latitude of 39° South,what

question 73

Multiple Choice

For an observer in Valdivia,Chile,at a latitude of 39° South,what is the angle between the southern horizon and the south celestial pole?

• A)23.5°
• B)39°
• C)45°
• D)51°

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