The Semi-Major Axis, A, of an Elliptical Planetary Orbit Is

question 66

Multiple Choice

The semi-major axis, a, of an elliptical planetary orbit is equal to the

• A) width of the ellipse
• B) distance between the planet and the Sun at perihelion
• C) average distance between the planet and the Sun
• D) distance between the planets and the Sun at aphelion

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