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Monday, 16 November 2009 14:42

29. Approximately how many degrees per day does Earth revolve in its orbit around the Sun?

A) 15°

B) 12°

C) 23.5°

D) 1°

Correct Answer: Option D - 1°

The orbit of the Earth around the Sun is called an Earth revolution. This celestial motion takes 365.26 days to complete one cycle. The Earth's orbit around the Sun is not circular, but oval or elliptical. Hence, the earth covers approximately 1° in its orbit every day.

Hence, options A, B and C are incorrect.
 

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