Polar circumference of the Earth is
40000 km
4000 km
50000 km
5000 km
Correct Answer :
A. 40000 km
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Atmospheric composition
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From poles to equator
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3. Uranus
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5000°C
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Only 1
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Only 2
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Proxima Centaury
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Dog Star
Constellation
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14°C
24°C
34°C
20°C
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5000000 km
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50000 km
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