2. Plane A is represented on a stereographic projection by a great circle passing through the N and S poles and the point 0°N, 70°W. The pole of plane B is located at 30°N, 50°W. a. Find the angle between the two planes by measuring the angle between the poles of A and B. Angle between two planes = 35° %3D

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2. Plane A is represented on a stereographic projection by a great circle passing through the N and S
poles and the point 0°N, 70°W. The pole of plane B is located at 30°N, 50°W.
a. Find the angle between the two planes by measuring the angle between the poles of A and B.
Angle between two planes = 35°
Transcribed Image Text:2. Plane A is represented on a stereographic projection by a great circle passing through the N and S poles and the point 0°N, 70°W. The pole of plane B is located at 30°N, 50°W. a. Find the angle between the two planes by measuring the angle between the poles of A and B. Angle between two planes = 35°
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