WAEC Geography 2012 Question 14

Question 14

The Earth and Solar System

Which of the following is an evidence to show that the earth is spherical in shape? The

  1. A.elliptical orbit
  2. B.Earth's curved horizon
  3. C.revolution of the earth
  4. D.seasonal changes
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Earth's curved horizon)

Explanation

The horizon always appears as a curve (a circle from high places), which only happens on a sphere.