UPSC Geography The origin and evolution of the earth Question Bank Universe / Sun / Planets / Earth

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    Which one of the following planets rotates clockwise?

    A)  Earth               

    B)  Mars                           

    C)  Venus             

    D)  Mercury                       

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     The planet Venus rotates clock wise. On Venus, the rotation is backwards, or clockwise, which is called retrograde. Standing on the surface of Venus, on would be able to see the sun rising from the west.


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