Q167
During the course of a year, the sun will disappear from view near the North Pole on what date?
A.
June 21
B.
September 23
AnswerC.
December 23
D.
January 1
E.
March 21
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
At the Autumn Equinox, approximately September 23, the sun sinks below the horizon, and the North Pole is in twilight until early October, after which it is in full darkness for the Winter.