WAEC Geography 2007 Question 11

Question 11

The Earth and Solar System

Which of the following does not prove that the earth is spherical in shape?

  1. A.Tilting of the earth on its axis
  2. B.The curved horizon of the earth
  3. C.The eclipse of the moon
  4. D.Aerial photographs of the earth taken by astronauts.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Tilting of the earth on its axis)

Explanation

The tilt of the axis causes seasons; it is not evidence of the earth's round shape.