Astronomical time
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Astronomical time is the basis for civil time. It is based on the repetition of astronomical events, most obviously the regular occurrence of night and day caused by the rotation of the earth. Astronomical time describes the orientation of the Earth in respect to an inertial reference frame. Astronomical time scales are also based on the Earth's revolution around the Sun. Sidereal time is the measurement of the apparent motion of stars in relation to the earth; it is defined as the local hour angle of the vernal equinox. Solar time has been historically used as the basis for civil time. Mean solar time is defined through the use of a direction that is defined mathematically in the celestial reference system.
Publication Name: Proceedings of the IEEE
Subject: Electronics
ISSN: 0018-9219
Year: 1991
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Judy scours the world for stolen children
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Husband and wife team Judy and Don Feeney help desperate mother search for their stolen children. Their hard work and dedication have successfully reunited a number of children with their mothers even though their services are often left unpaid.
Publication Name: First for Women
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 1040-9467
Year: 1995
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Lip service for all at the lycee
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The French education system has largely ended the process of elimination of less able pupils at an early age. Even though more students are now eligible for secondary education the qualifications they obtain may be seen to be inferior.
Publication Name: Times Higher Education Supplement
Subject: Education
ISSN: 0049-3929
Year: 1992
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