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Inferior planets are...

Inferior planets are

A

Farthest from Sun

B

In orbits outside that of earth

C

In orbits inner to that of earth

D

Gaseous planets

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Definition of Inferior Planets**: Inferior planets are those that orbit closer to the Sun than Earth does. This means their orbits are located inside the Earth's orbit. 2. **Identifying the Inferior Planets**: The two planets that are classified as inferior planets are Mercury and Venus. Both of these planets have orbits that are situated between the Sun and Earth. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - Option A: "Farthest from the Sun in orbits outside that of Sun" - This is incorrect because inferior planets are not farthest from the Sun; they are closer. - Option B: "In orbits inner to that of Sun" - This is misleading; it suggests a misunderstanding of the term "inner." - Option C: "In orbit inner to that of Earth" - This is the correct option, as it accurately describes the position of Mercury and Venus relative to Earth. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the definitions and the analysis of the options, the correct answer is that inferior planets are in orbits inner to that of Earth. **Final Answer**: Inferior planets are in orbit inner to that of Earth. ---
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  • The aeral velocity and the angular moementum of the planet are related by which of the following relationos? (where m_(p) is the same mass of the planet)

    A
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    B
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