Where is the zenith for an observer standing at a point on the Earth's equator?
A) directly overhead
B) near the horizon and towards the south
C) near the horizon and towards the west
D) the position depends on the time of day

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The zenith is the point directly overhead an observer, regardless of their location on Earth. For an observer at the equator, this point is indeed directly overhead, not influenced by the time of day.

Where Is the Zenith for an Observer Standing at a Point