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6.1.2a Contents of the Solar System

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Question 37

Planets are celestial bodies that orbit the Sun in our Solar System.

What is the shape of their orbits and how is the Sun positioned within the orbit?

A

Shape of orbit: circular; Position of the Sun: at the centre of the orbit

B

Shape of orbit: circular; Position of the Sun: not at the centre of the orbit

C

Shape of orbit: elliptical; Position of the Sun: at the centre of the orbit

D

Shape of orbit: elliptical; Position of the Sun: not at the centre of the orbit

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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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