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The Use of Stars for Navigation and Timekeeping
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Which star is commonly used as a reference point for celestial navigation?
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Polaris
💡 Explanation:
Polaris, also known as the North Star, is located near the Earth's North Pole and remains relatively fixed in the sky. This makes it a valuable reference point for determining direction and latitude.