The Eccentricity of a Planet's Orbit Describes

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Multiple Choice

The eccentricity of a planet's orbit describes

• A) the tilt of the planet's spin axis with respect to its orbital plane.
• B) its shape compared to that of a circle.
• C) its motion at any specific point in its orbit as seen from Earth, that is, whether direct, retrograde, or stationary.
• D) its tilt with respect to the plane of Earth's orbit (the ecliptic plane).

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Definitions:

Discontinuous

Marked by interruptions or breaks; not continuous or steady.

Contextual

Relating to or depending on the context or surrounding circumstances to understand its full meaning.

Multidisciplinary

Involving multiple academic disciplines or professional specializations in an approach to a topic or problem.

Clinical Psychology

A branch of psychology focused on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.