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6.1.2a Contents of the Solar System

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Question 35

Which statement correctly describes the shape of a comet's orbit and the position of the Sun?

A

The orbit is circular, and the Sun is located at the centre of the circle.

B

The orbit is circular, and the Sun is located at a position other than the centre.

C

The orbit is highly elliptical, and the Sun is located at the centre of the ellipse.

D

The orbit is highly elliptical, and the Sun is located at one focus of the ellipse.

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6.1.2a Contents of the Solar System Questions

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60 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 6.1.2a Contents of the Solar System. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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