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Astronomical zenith is defined by gravity.
 
Astronomical zenith is defined by gravity.
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In common language, the zenith is the highest value or peak point.
  
 
== External links ==
 
== External links ==

Revision as of 16:30, February 25, 2009

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Zenith, the point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer. [1]

Astronomical zenith is defined by gravity.

In common language, the zenith is the highest value or peak point.

External links

  • Zenith Encyclopædia Britannica.

References

  1. ↑ Zenith Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary