Question

Which of the following statements are correct?

A. The Earth is $22\frac{1}{2}^\circ$ tilted on its axis. B. It takes 23 hours, 56 minutes and 4.091 seconds to rotate on its axis. C. It takes 365 days, 5 hours and 48 minutes to revolve around the sun. D. The Earth is also known as the Blue Planet.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Accepted Answer

B. Statement A is incorrect because the Earth's axis is tilted at approximately $23.5^\circ$ ($23\frac{1}{2}^\circ$), not $22.5^\circ$. Statements B, C, and D are factually correct. Therefore, B, C and D only are correct.

Statements regarding Earth's rotation, revolution, tilt, and name

Explanation

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