Two Comets Approach the Sun with the Same Perihelion Distance

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Short Answer

Two comets approach the Sun with the same perihelion distance.Comet A's orbit has a higher eccentricity and is more inclined relative to the ecliptic than comet B's orbit.Which comet is more likely to come from the Oort Cloud?

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Equilibrium

A state of balance or stability in which competing forces or influences are equal or in the correct proportions.

Stability

The quality of being consistent, steady, and unchanging over time, often used in psychological assessments of personality or mood.

Physiological Balance

The state of equilibrium in the body’s internal environment maintained by various feedback mechanisms, essential for healthy functioning and homeostasis.

Biological Need

A basic requirement of the living organism for its survival, such as food, water, shelter, and oxygen.