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Miguel E Agredano F
Hi, I have two stars and theirs respective coordinates , how do I the distance between them?
Calculating the Distance Between Two Stars Using Coordinates
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In summary, calculating the distance between two stars using coordinates involves using the Pythagorean theorem and taking into account the curvature of the Earth. By finding the difference in the right ascension and declination of the stars and converting them to radians, their angular separation can be determined. This can then be used to calculate the distance between the stars using the distance modulus formula. However, this method can only provide a rough estimate and more accurate measurements can be obtained using parallax measurements.
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Welcome to the PF.Miguel E Agredano F said:
The New Member Introduction forum is not for technical or schoolwork questions. If this is for schoolwork, please re-post in the Homework Help, Intro Physics forum, and fill out the HH Template that you are provided there (including showing your work). If this is not for schoolwork, please re-post in the General Physics or Astronomy forum, and show what you have been reading about making this calculation.
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