Comets and planets orbit the Sun under the influence of gravitational forces.
Which row in the table correctly describes the shape of a comet's orbit and the position of the Sun within this orbit?
| Shape of orbit | Position of the Sun | |
|---|---|---|
| A | circular | at the centre of the orbit |
| B | circular | not at the centre of the orbit |
| C | elliptical | at the centre of the orbit |
| D | elliptical | not at the centre of the orbit |
Row A
Row B
Row C
Row D
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.