An Asteroid Has a Perihelion (The Orbit's Closest Approach to the Sun)of

question 73

Multiple Choice

An asteroid has a perihelion (the orbit's closest approach to the sun) of 1.5 AU and a period of revolution of 8.0 y.What is its greatest distance from the sun (its aphelion) ?

• A) 8.0 AU
• B) 6.5 AU
• C) 4.0 AU
• D) 2.5 AU

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Definitions:

Mitochondrion

An organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur.

Inner Compartment

This term could refer to any designated or enclosed area within a larger structure that is more internal or central, the specific context of use determines its exact meaning.

Glycolysis

A metabolic pathway that breaks down glucose into pyruvate, generating energy in the form of ATP.

ATP

(Adenosine Triphosphate) is a nucleotide that serves as the primary energy carrier in cells, providing energy for various biological processes.