What is the name of the location on the surface of Earth that receives insolation when the Sun is directly overhead? (When this occurs,the Sun's rays are perpendicular to this surface. )

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The location on the surface of Earth that receives insolation when the Sun is directly overhead is called the subsolar point. This is where the Sun's rays are perpendicular to the surface. Option A ("solar point") is not a commonly used term. Option B ("zenith") refers to the point directly overhead an observer, but not necessarily where insolation is perpendicular to the surface. Option D ("North Polar point") and Option E ("Arctic Circle") refer to specific geographic locations and not necessarily where the Sun's rays are perpendicular to the surface.

What Is the Name of the Location on the Surface