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This document defines various angles used to describe the position of the sun relative to Earth and vertical surfaces. It outlines three angles that describe the Earth's position: latitude, declination, and hour angle. It then defines three sun angles: inclination angle, zenith angle, and solar azimuth angle. Finally, it lists three surface angles: surface azimuth angle, tilt angle or slope, and angle of incidence.
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