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Science and Nature Quiz for 14 July 2021

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Question 1: What was an armillary sphere designed to do?

A
Enable astronomers to calculate the position of stars with respect to the horizon and the meridian
B
Represent kingship in the pommel of a royal sword
C
Determine latitude and longitude
D
Demonstrate the principal circles of the heavens, in an earth-centred or sun-centred universe