KnowraEcliptic coordinate systemLinked fromLinked fromThe 12 pages that link to Ecliptic coordinate system, each with the reason it gives.All 12Broader topic 2Related 4Compared with 6Right ascensionCompared with: It replaces the celestial equator with the tilted ecliptic as its reference plane.DeclinationCompared with: It uses the ecliptic rather than the celestial equator as its reference plane.Celestial equatorCompared with: It locates objects relative to the Sun’s apparent path rather than Earth’s equator.Equatorial coordinate systemCompared with: It is convenient for solar-system motion, while the equatorial system uses Earth’s equator.Circumpolar starCompared with: It uses a different reference plane from the equatorial geometry used to assess circumpolarity.Horizontal coordinate systemCompared with: It suits planetary and solar-system positions where horizon coordinates change continuously.