The angular measurement in hours, minutes, and seconds from the celestial prime meridian eastward is called _______________.
A) sundial
B) protractor
C) declination
D) right ascension

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Right ascension is the angular distance measured eastward along the celestial equator from the vernal equinox to the hour circle passing through an object. It is used in the equatorial coordinate system to specify the positions of celestial objects.

The Angular Measurement in Hours, Minutes, and Seconds from the Celestial