Question

State three proofs that show the shape of the earth is spherical

Answer 1

1. Circumnavigation along a straight path leads one to the starting point from the opposite direction
2. Photographs taken from satellite clearly show the eearth is spherical
3. The gradual emergence of a ship approaching the shore
4. During lunar eclipse spherical shaped shadow of the earth is cast on the moon
5. The earth is a planet and all planets are spheres
6. The different times during which the sun rises and sets in different parts of the world
7. The earth's horizon appears circular/ curved when viewed from a very high point.