In astronomy, the right ascension is the distance of a star or other heavenly body from the first point of Aries, or the point of intersection of the sun's path with the celestial equator. The right ascension, together with the declination of a star, fixes its position. Right ascension is stated in hours and minutes, fifteen degrees being equal to one hour. Research Right Ascension
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