Which of the following best describes the Tropic of Cancer?
A)It is the circle of latitude on Earth for which the Sun appears to remain above the horizon for a full 24 hours on the summer solstice.
B)It is the circle of latitude on Earth for which the Sun appears directly overhead at noon on the spring and fall equinoxes.
C)It is the line of right ascension passing through the constellation of Cancer.
D)It is the circle of latitude on Earth for which the Sun appears directly overhead at noon on the summer solstice.

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The Tropic of Cancer is a circle of latitude on Earth, located at approximately 23.5 degrees north of the Equator. It marks the northernmost point at which the Sun appears directly overhead at noon on the summer solstice (around June 21st each year). Therefore, choice D is the correct answer.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Tropic of Cancer