Azimuth is a term used in navigation and astronomy to describe the angle between a reference direction, usually true north, and a point of interest, measured clockwise around the observer. It is typically expressed in degrees, ranging from 0° to 360°. For example, an azimuth of 90° indicates that the point is directly east of the observer. In practical applications, azimuth helps in locating celestial bodies, such as stars or planets, in the night sky. It is often used in conjunction with elevation, which measures how high an object is above the horizon. Together, these measurements assist in precise positioning and navigation, especially in fields like geography and satellite communication.