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Definition of differential refraction

astronomy
: the change of the apparent place of one object relative to a second object near it due to atmospheric refraction also : the correction necessary to fix the two places accurately

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“Differential refraction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/differential%20refraction. Accessed 22 May. 2022.

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