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:

NREM sleep

Non-Rapid Eye Movement sleep, which constitutes the majority of sleep time and is characterized by slower brain waves, reduced heart rate, and relaxed muscles.

Respirations

The act of breathing, which involves the inhalation and exhalation of air to facilitate gas exchange within the body.

Heart rate

The number of heartbeats per minute, a vital sign indicating the heart's efficiency and health status.

Polysomnogram

A comprehensive recording of the biophysiological changes that occur during sleep, used to diagnose sleep disorders.