What is due east and due west?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the definitions or explanations of the terms 'due east' and 'due west', which are directional terms used in navigation and geography to indicate specific points on a compass.
Answer
Specific points on the horizon where the celestial equator intersects.
Due east and due west refer to specific points on the horizon where the celestial equator intersects.
Answer for screen readers
Due east and due west refer to specific points on the horizon where the celestial equator intersects.
More Information
Due east and due west are commonly referenced during equinoxes when the sun rises and sets at these exact points.
Tips
Remember to distinguish between general directions and these specific intersection points.
Sources
- Equinox sun rises due east, sets due west | Sky Archive | EarthSky - earthsky.org
- Equinox sun rises due east, sets due west - GeoGarage blog - blog.geogarage.com
- due north/south/east/west - Longman Dictionary - ldoceonline.com
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