Q34
The position of a planet when it is nearest to the Sun, is called ________
A.
Perihelion
AnswerB.
Apihelion
C.
Apigee
D.
Perigee
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The closest point to the Sun in a planet's orbit is called perihelion. When Earth is at perihelion, it is about 147 million km (91 million miles) from the Sun.