The Elliptical Shape of the Earth's Orbit Varies with Time

question 134

Multiple Choice

The elliptical shape of the Earth's orbit varies with time and takes about ____ to complete a cycle. This is a factor in the Milankovitch theory of ice ages.

• A)24 hours
• B)one year
• C)26 years
• D)260 years
• E)100,000 years

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Definitions:

Base Pairs

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Catastrophism

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Great Flood

A mythical or historical event featured in various cultures' lore involving a catastrophic deluge that covers the Earth or a significant portion of it.

Book of Genesis

The first book of the Bible and the Torah, outlining the creation of the world and the early history of humanity according to Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.