What's the difference between apastron and aphelion?

Apastron


Definition:

  • (n.) That point in the orbit of a double star where the smaller star is farthest from its primary.

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Aphelion


Definition:

  • (n.) That point of a planet's or comet's orbit which is most distant from the sun, the opposite point being the perihelion.

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