When the Circle of Illumination Just Touches the Arctic Circle

question 7

Multiple Choice

When the circle of illumination just touches the Arctic Circle and the North Pole is dark, the date is closest to

• A) March 23.
• B) June 21.
• C) July 4.
• D) December 21.
• E) September 23.

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