Part 68 - Altitude and measurements at Nyongchung La Pass and Thang

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GB 235 LSH/1/1/2/1/68

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Altitude and measurements at Nyongchung La Pass and Thang

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  • 1933-07-18 (Creation)

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Sherriff, George
(1898-1967)

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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

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SUMMARY:
The page records barometric and temperature readings at Nyongchung La Pass and Thang, with calculated elevations of 15,612' and 14,120' respectively. Additional notes include angles or bearings (125°, 360, 235, 125) and a mention of Tsuna.

CONTENT:
NYONGCHUNG LA Pass. B.P. 184.7° Temp 60° = x 1.05
14869
743.45
15612
= 15612'

Thang. B.P. 186.4° Temp. 52° = x 1.05
13503
617.15
14120
= 14120'

125°

360
235
125

1/2 * Thang.
Tsuna.

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