Answer to Question #76697 in Astronomy | Astrophysics for Nidhi

Question

the zenith distance of a star at latitude 60°N is 25° calculate its declination

Answer 1

If z- zenith distance, and φ – latitude, then declination α , could be found as:
α=90°-z-φ
α=90°-60°-25°=5°

So,declination of the star is 5°