If you were standing at the Earth's North Pole,which of the following would be located at the zenith?
A)the nadir
B)the star Vega
C)the celestial equator
D)the north celestial pole

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When standing at the Earth's North Pole, the celestial north pole is directly overhead. Therefore, the answer is D, the north celestial pole. The other options do not align with the zenith at the North Pole; the nadir would be directly below, Vega would not be visible at this location, and the celestial equator would be on the horizon.

If You Were Standing at the Earth's North Pole,which of the Following