Pole Star is always seen at one point in the sky whereas other stars are not; this is because ________

A Pole star rotates with the same period as the earth
B Pole star is a star of our own galaxy
C Sun and Pole star are in two opposite directions relative to earth
D Pole star lies in the axis of spin of the earth

Correct Answer: Pole star lies in the axis of spin of the earth

Pole Star is always seen at one point in the sky whereas other stars are not; this is because Pole star lies in the axis of spin of the earth.
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