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<div class="definition"><div class="short_definition">An instrument for measuring angles of [[inclination]].</div><br/> <div class="paragraph">In meteorology, it is used in conjunction with a [[ceiling light]] to measure [[cloud height]] at night.  With it the [[observer]] measures the angle included by the illuminated spot on the clouds, the  observer, and the ceiling light.</div><br/> </div>
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Latest revision as of 11:31, 26 March 2024

An instrument for measuring angles of inclination.

In meteorology, it is used in conjunction with a ceiling light to measure cloud height at night. With it the observer measures the angle included by the illuminated spot on the clouds, the observer, and the ceiling light.

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