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What does astrometry mean?

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  1. (astronomy) the branch of astronomy that deals with the measurement of the positions and motions of celestial bodies, particularly stars.
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We found that 446 stars are detectable by ALMA under good conditions for astrometry.
The subject of Astrophysics does not admit of so definite a subdivision as that of astrometry.
In this way, astronomers will perform very precise astrometry to detect the reflex motion of stars due to orbiting planets.
The aim of these lectures was to prepare students for work in the field of relativistic celestial mechanics and astrometry.
It is a well adapted site to carry out, in particular, long-term works such as astrometry.
In the section ''Cours d'astronomie'' of our server we have introduced twelve lectures on relativity in celestial mechanics and astrometry.

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