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Astrological Chart [Astro*Index]

Any of a numerous ways of representing the positions of the celestial bodies in space for the purposes of interpreting a relationship between a moment in time and those positions. The circular chart form representing the ecliptic and 12 zodiac signs is most popular. A circle can represent any reference plane. Square charts were popular in centuries past, but today circular charts are used almost exclusively. The chart is typically divided into sections called houses by any of a variety of systems.

See also:
♦ House System

 

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