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Apparent vs. True Azimuth and Elevation, calculations and causative factors
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post Nov 2 2016, 04:46 PM
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what is the difference between "apparent" azimuth and elevation? and non apparent azimuth and elevation? Is there even such a difference and how do I convert between them?

Since your location on a planet can either be in planetcentric lat long coordinates or planetographic lat long coordinates i would think that would effect your azimuth and elevation locations coordinates for the sun but not sure. Its confusing to me.

the internet is very inconsistent when using the word 'apparent" when defining azimuth and elevation.
Not mentioning the word apparent might mean they are assuming "apparent" but Iam confused.
thank you.
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