gnomonic (Meaning)
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gnomonic (a.)
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gnomonic Sentence Examples
- The gnomonic projection is a map projection that preserves angles, making it useful for navigation.
- The gnomonic map of the world is a flat representation that distorts distances and areas near the poles.
- Gnomonic sundials are designed to cast a shadow that aligns with the Sun's rays at all times.
- The gnomonic lens, used in photography, corrects for the distortion caused by the curvature of the lens.
- The gnomonic sphere is a 3D representation of the gnomonic projection, useful for visualizing the position of objects on the Earth's surface.
- Gnomonic projections are used in astronomy to create star charts that preserve the angular relationships between stars.
- The gnomonic coordinate system is a mathematical tool used in navigation and astronomy to describe the position of a point on the Earth's surface.
- Gnomonic charts are used by pilots to plan flight paths and determine the location of landmarks.
- The gnomonic grid is a network of lines that form the basis of gnomonic projections and maps.
- Gnomonic techniques are applied in various fields, including cartography, astronomy, and optics.
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The gnomonic projection is a map projection that preserves angles, making it useful for navigation.
The gnomonic map of the world is a flat representation that distorts distances and areas near the poles.
Gnomonic sundials are designed to cast a shadow that aligns with the Sun's rays at all times.
The gnomonic lens, used in photography, corrects for the distortion caused by the curvature of the lens.
