Geography PYQ 341 of 587 · Universe, Solar System & Earth · Earth

How much is the equatorial diameter greater than the polar diameter?

  1. A43 km
  2. B36 km
  3. C49 km
  4. DMore than one of the above
  5. ENone of the above

B.P.S.C. (TRE-3) July-2024

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Correct answer: (a) 43 km

Explanation

The Earth’s equatorial diameter is about 43 km greater than its polar diameter. The Earth’s equatorial diameter is 12756 km and the polar diameter is 12714 km. The average diameter of the Earth is 12742 km.

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