Using the analemma and the equation SA = 90° - AD calculate the solar altitude of the noon Sun at the following latitudes on the dates given:





Additional question:

1. In your own words, explain what you have calculated in problem 2c (explain what the answer means, not how it was calculated). Be as specific as possible.






Additional question answer:

1. On May 9 at latitude 70° S the noon Sun will be 3° above the horizon.

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