The distance of the nearest star besides the sun from the earth is ________

A. 4.9 × 11¹¹ m

B. 95 × 10¹⁵ m

C. 4.3 light years

D. 4.2 light years

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The nearest star to the Sun from Earth is Proxima Centauri, which is part of the Alpha Centauri star system. Its distance is approximately 4.2 light years. A light year is the distance that light travels in one year, and it is a common unit used in astronomy to represent vast distances in space. Therefore, the correct answer is Option D, which is 4.2 light years.