What Kind of Orbits Did the First Stars to Form

question 18

Multiple Choice

What kind of orbits did the first stars to form in our galaxy have?

• A)circular orbits
• B)hyperbolic orbits
• C)slightly elliptical orbits, all in the same plane
• D)highly elongated elliptical orbits

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Definitions:

Ice Sheets

Massive, continent-sized sheets of ice found in polar regions, represented by Greenland and Antarctica, which significantly affect global climate and sea levels.

Shoreline Hazards

Natural or human-induced processes that pose a threat to coastal areas, including erosion, flooding, and pollution.

Offshore Islands

islands located away from the mainland, often surrounded by relatively deep water.

Storm Surge

A storm surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, over and above the predicted astronomical tides.