Degree

Definition

A degree marks a body’s exact position inside a sign. Each sign spans 30°, numbered from 0° through 29°; the sign names the section of sky, and the degree narrows the location within it.

A real example

From the computed sky

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A degree is where the chart stops gesturing and points. A body’s exact degree can hint at other influences on its placement.

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