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major axis

/ˈmeɪdʒər ˈæksɪs/

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/ˈmeɪdʒər ˈæksɪs/C1formalscientific
  • ruВ геометрии и физике — наибольший диаметр эллипса или эллипсоида, проходящий через его центр и оба фокуса; также используется в астрономии для описания наибольшего размера орбиты.

In geometry and physics, the longest diameter of an ellipse or ellipsoid, passing through its center and both foci; also used in astronomy to describe the longest dimension of an orbit.

  1. C1formal

    The longest diameter of an ellipse, passing through its center and both foci.

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    • The major axis of the planet's orbit is measured in astronomical units.
    • In an ellipse, the major axis is always longer than the minor axis.
    • The length of the major axis determines the overall size of the ellipse.