galactic latitude

Summary

Key Facts

• galactic latitude is a type of angular measure^[1].
• galactic latitude is part of galactic coordinate system^[2].
• galactic latitude is the opposite of galactic longitude^[3].
• galactic latitude's main Wikidata property is recorded as P6261^[4].

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Definition and Type

galactic latitude is a type of angular measure^[1]. It is the opposite of galactic longitude^[3].

Use and Application

galactic latitude is part of galactic coordinate system^[2].