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General Knowledge · Q55

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 55

Q55

Light from the star, Alpha Centauri, which is nearest to the earth after the sun, reaches the earth in

A.
4.2 seconds
B.
42 seconds
C.
4.2 years
Answer
D.
42 years

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Light from the nearest star reaches the earth in 4.2 years. The closest star to Earth are three stars in the Alpha Centauri system.