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Which phenomenon in astronomy describes when the moon is closest to Earth in its elliptical orbit?

A. Apogee
B. Perigee
C. Syzygy
D. Eclipse

Explanation:

Perigee is the moon’s closest point to Earth. Apogee is farthest, syzygy is alignment of three celestial bodies, eclipse is blocking of light.

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