Astronomy for the use of schools and academies (1882)
Gillet, J. A. (Joseph Anthony), 1837-1908, Rolfe, W. J. (William James), 1827-1910 · New York : Potter, Ainsworth, & Co. · leaf 53
Fig- 43- The increase of refraction towards the horizon oftenmakes the sun. when near the horizon, appear distorted, ASTRONOMY. 37 the lower limb of the sun being raised more than the upperlimb. This distortion is shown in Fig. 43. The verticaldiameter of the sun appears to be considerably less…
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