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Geography GK · Q226

Earth

Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 226

Q226

When the Earth is at the maximum distance from the Sun, it is called

A.
Aphelion
Answer
B.
Perihelion
C.
Equinox
D.
Sidereal

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The furthest point is called aphelion. The aphelion is the point in the orbit of an object where it is farthest from the Sun. The word aphelion derives from the Greek words, apo meaning away, off, apart and Helios.