Q172
The point in the orbit of a moon that is farthest from the Earth and at which the moon's velocity is at a minimum, the known as ________
A.
Apehelion
B.
Apogee
AnswerC.
Umbra
D.
Perihelion
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The point in the orbit of a moon that is farthest from the Earth and at which the moon's velocity is at a minimum, the known as Apogee. The point in the Moon's orbit that is closest to the Earth is called the Perigee and the point farthest from the Earth is known as the Apogee.