The Elliptical Orbit of a Planet Around the Sun Is

question 10

Multiple Choice

The elliptical orbit of a planet around the Sun is shown on the diagram.Which of the following statements is true?

• A)the eccentricity of the orbit is less than zero
• B)the eccentricity of the orbit is greater than 1
• C)the sun might be at point C
• D)the sun might be at point D
• E)the sun might be at point B

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