Question

When a long-period comet is farthest from the Sun in its orbit, which features of the comet exist? Select all that apply.

Answer 1

When a comet is close to the sun, the force from the sun's radiation pushing against the comet making a dust and/or gas tail. The comet being close to the sun also forms the coma of a comet due to it's radiation. The only thing that doesn't exist while being close to the sun is the nucleus. In conclusion, When a long period comet is farthest from the sun in its orbit, C. the Nucleus exist.

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