Question

At what angle can the Pole Star be seen at the Poles and at the Equator?

Options

• 60°, 30°

• 90°, 0°

• 45°, 45°

• 0°, 90°

Answer 1

90°, 0°

Explanation:

• At the North Pole, the Pole Star, which is aligned with the Earth's axis, can be seen directly overhead at an angle of 90°. This means the Pole Star is at the zenith at the North Pole.
• At the Equator, the Pole Star is at the horizon, so it can be seen at an angle of 0°. This is because the Pole Star lies directly above the North Pole and is not visible from the Equator (in the southern hemisphere).

Thus, at the North Pole, the Pole Star is visible at 90°, and at the Equator, it is visible at 0°.