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Galactic coordinate system
Summary
The galactic coordinate system is the celestial coordinate system built on the plane of the Milky Way. Its coordinates are galactic latitude and galactic longitude , with in the direction of the centre of the Galaxy. It is the natural frame for the study of the structure of the Milky Way.
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| Tag | AQ3RM9F7QH |
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| Kind | concept |
| Writing | W0 stub |
| MSC | 85A04 |
| Specializes | Celestial coordinate system |
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| Changed | 3 November 2026 |
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