What is perihelion?
- the orbital point of the closest approach to the sun
- the orbital point of greatest distance from the sun
- the darkening of the moon when it moves through the Earths shadow
- any planet visible in the sky just after sunset
Answer
The correct answer is A) the orbital point of the closest approach to the sun.
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