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Where is the Sun in relation to the comet's orbit?

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To determine where the Sun is in relation to a comet's orbit, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Comet Orbits**: - Comets travel in elliptical orbits around the Sun. This means that their paths are elongated circles, not perfect circles. 2. **Drawing the Diagram**: ...
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