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The perihelion is the point at which Earth is closest to the Sun, and the aphelion is the point at which Earth is farthest away. Based on this information, which statement is true?

A.
Earth moves faster along its orbit during perihelion because of the Sun's gravitational force.
B.
Perihelion marks the beginning of summer, when Earth is closest to the Sun.
C.
The longest day of the year occurs during perihelion due to a lunar eclipse.
D.
The Moon rotates faster during perihelion because of Earth's gravitational force.

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Answer:

The correct answer is option B which is when Earth is on perihelion, it is the beginning of summer.

Explanation:

  1. Perihelion and aphelion are Greek words. In Greek hellion means the sun and peri means close while ephe means far.
  2. So t perihelion which is normally two weeks after December it shows the starting of summers.
  3. Some areas of earth begin to come in front of sun due to which the temperature of these areas start rising.

Answer:

B. Perihelion marks the beginning of summer, when Earth closest to the Sun.

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