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    How Far Away Is the Nearest Star Beyond the Sun
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How Far Away Is the Nearest Star Beyond the Sun

Question 75

Question 75

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How far away is the nearest star beyond the Sun, in parsecs?


A) between 1 and 2 pc
B) about 12 pc
C) about 4 pc
D) between 1/2 and 1 pc

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