The instrument used to determine the angular distance between two objects is called ____________.
A
Periscope
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B
Sextant
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C
Hydrometer
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D
Telemeter
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Solution
The correct option is B Sextant
A sextant is an instrument used to measure the angular distance between two objects. It is generally used in celestial navigation. Hence option B is correct.
A Periscope is used to look above the water from beneath the water.
A telemeter is an apparatus for recording the readings of an instrument and transmitting them by radio.
A hydrometer is used to measure the relative density of liquids.