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When is the sun in the shape of a semicircle?
Sunset or sunrise.
How is the curved horizon proof of the Earth shape?
we have a horizon which means that we cannot see all of the earths surface
What line separates earth from the sky on which vanishing point sits?
Horizon line. :)
Why does it appear to be flat?
Objects or surfaces appear flat due to the way our eyes perceive light and depth. When viewed from a distance, the curvature of the Earth or other large structures is subtle and often undetectable, leading to a flat appearance. Additionally, the horizon appears straight and level due to the vast scale of the Earth compared to our limited field of vision. This optical illusion is further enhanced by the uniformity of textures and colors in our surroundings.
How do you find the angle of depression?
The angle below horizontal that an observer must look to see an object that is lower than the observer. Note: The angle of depression is congruent to the angle of elevation (this assumes the object is close enough to the observer so that the horizontals for the observer and the object are effectively parallel; this would not be the case for an astronaut in orbit around the earth observing an object on the ground).
Is it true The horizon is the point where to an observer the earth and sky appear to meet?
Yes, that statement is true. The horizon is the line where the Earth's surface and the sky seem to converge from an observer's viewpoint. This line is influenced by the observer's elevation and the curvature of the Earth, giving the impression of a meeting point between land and sky. However, in reality, the Earth is round, and the horizon is simply the limit of what we can see.
What is the point to an observer the earth and sky appear to meet?
The horizon.
If an observer on earth views Polaris on the horizon where is the observer located?
If an observer on Earth sees Polaris on the horizon, they are located at the equator. Polaris, also known as the North Star, is positioned nearly directly above the North Pole, so it is only visible at higher latitudes in the Northern Hemisphere. At the equator, Polaris would appear to be at the horizon, indicating the observer's latitude is 0 degrees.
What is the frame of reference for the sunset?
The frame of reference for the sunset is typically the observer's position on Earth. The changing position of the Earth as it rotates on its axis causes the sun to appear to set below the horizon.
Why is it that ships disappear over the horizon?
Ships appear to disappear over the horizon due to the curvature of the Earth. As a ship moves away from an observer, it eventually reaches a point where the curvature of the Earth blocks the line of sight between the observer and the ship, making it seem as though the ship has disappeared.
Scientifically what stretches from horizon to horizon?
The horizon is the apparent line that separates the Earth from the sky. It is the furthest point where the Earth's surface seems to meet the sky. In reality, the horizon is a circular boundary that varies based on the observer's height and the curvature of the Earth.
Why do ships seem to disappear over the horizon from the bottom upwards?
Ships appear to disappear over the horizon from the bottom upwards due to the curvature of the Earth. As a ship moves away from an observer on the shore, the bottom part of the ship becomes obscured by the curvature of the Earth before the top part, creating the illusion that the ship is sinking into the horizon.
Where would an observer on earth's equator find the NCP?
Exactly due north of him, and on the horizon.
What is the name of the line where the sky and the earth or sea appear to meet called?
The line where the sky and the earth or sea appear to meet is called the horizon.
Does horizon change?
The horizon appears to be flat and level to us because of the curvature of the Earth. However, technically, the horizon does change slightly due to various factors such as altitude, weather conditions, and the observer's position on Earth.
How far is a horizon in outer space?
In outer space, the distance to the horizon depends on the observer's altitude. For example, from the International Space Station (ISS) at about 400 km above Earth's surface, the horizon is approximately 2,984 km away. As the observer's altitude increases, the distance to the horizon also increases.
Does the stars move parallel to the horizon or at a large angle to the horizon?
Stars appear to move across the sky in arcs that are at a large angle to the horizon due to the rotation of the Earth. As the Earth rotates from west to east, stars rise in the east and set in the west, tracing a path that varies with their celestial latitude. This motion can create different angles relative to the horizon depending on the observer's location and the star's position in the sky.
