alleryWhat is the point in Earth's orbit closest to the Sun called?
AAphelion
BPerihelion
CSolstice
DEquinox
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Perihelion
1. Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical, not circular.
2. Its closest approach to the Sun is perihelion.
3. Aphelion is the farthest point, and solstice and equinox are seasonal markers.
_Source: Wikipedia, Earth, Axial tilt and seasons_
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