Which of the following statements about Earth is correct?
A) It is elongated.
B) Earth is the second largest planet in the solar system.
C) The equatorial circumference is 57 km (42 mi.) greater than the polar circumference.
D) Earth is perfectly spherical.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The equatorial circumference of Earth is indeed greater than the polar circumference by approximately 57 km (42 mi.), due to the bulge at the equator caused by the Earth's rotation. Earth is not perfectly spherical and is slightly flattened at the poles. Earth is also the third largest planet in the solar system, not the second. Therefore, options A, B, and D are incorrect.

Which of the Following Statements About Earth Is Correct