WAEC Geography 2006 Question 12

Question 12

The Earth and Solar System

Which of the following is not a proof to show that the earth is spherical in shape?

  1. A.Sunrise and sunset
  2. B.Aerial photograph
  3. C.Lunar eclipse
  4. D.Twilight and dawn
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Twilight and dawn)

Explanation

Twilight and dawn come from sunlight scattered by the atmosphere, not from the earth's round shape.