Comets Vs Earth: A History Trivia!

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Comets have raised the alarm and have as well installed fear into humans since their first fighting. They're referred to as hairy stars which carry with them a look and shape resembling fiery swords which to a lot of people were considered and seen as bearers of bad omen or omens of dooms. Discoveries, however, have made it known that though comets may have taken life away through cataclysmic impacts, they're probably as well responsible for the improvement of life by supplying Earth with vital molecules.

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1.

Which of the following was thought to have been provided by comets?
- A.
  
  Snow
- B.
  
  Rocks
- C.
  
  Dusts
- D.
  
  Water
Correct Answer
D. Water

Explanation
Comets are known to contain a significant amount of water in the form of ice. As they approach the Sun, the heat causes the ice to vaporize, creating a glowing coma and tail. This suggests that water was provided by comets, making it the correct answer.

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2.

When did the Tunguska explosion occur?
- A.
  
  1909
- B.
  
  1908
- C.
  
  1905
- D.
  
  1915
Correct Answer
B. 1908

Explanation
The Tunguska explosion occurred in 1908.

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3.

Where did the Tunguska explosion happen?
- A.
  
  Siberia
- B.
  
  California
- C.
  
  China
- D.
  
  Budapest
Correct Answer
A. Siberia

Explanation
The Tunguska explosion happened in Siberia. This event occurred on June 30, 1908, when a massive explosion flattened over 770 square miles of forest. It is believed to have been caused by the airburst of a large meteoroid or comet fragment, releasing an estimated energy equivalent to 10-15 megatons of TNT. The explosion caused widespread damage and is considered to be the largest impact event in recorded history.

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4.

The Chelyabinsk meteor happened when?
- A.
  
  2011
- B.
  
  2012
- C.
  
  2013
- D.
  
  2010
Correct Answer
C. 2013

Explanation
The Chelyabinsk meteor occurred in 2013. This event was a large meteor explosion that took place over the city of Chelyabinsk in Russia on February 15, 2013. The explosion caused a powerful shockwave that damaged buildings and injured many people. It is one of the most well-documented meteor events in history, with numerous videos and photographs capturing the dramatic event.

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5.

The light from the meteor was visible up to how many kilometres?
- A.
  
  50km
- B.
  
  200km
- C.
  
  100km
- D.
  
  150km
Correct Answer
C. 100km

Explanation
The correct answer is 100km. This means that the light from the meteor was visible up to a distance of 100 kilometers.

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6.

The Chelyabinsk meteor caused how many non-fatal injuries?
- A.
  
  Over 7000
- B.
  
  1491
- C.
  
  2573
- D.
  
  985
Correct Answer
B. 1491

Explanation
The Chelyabinsk meteor caused 1491 non-fatal injuries.

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7.

How many properties were damaged?
- A.
  
  Over 7,200
- B.
  
  Less than 5000
- C.
  
  Less than 7,500
- D.
  
  5000
Correct Answer
A. Over 7,200

Explanation
The answer is "Over 7,200" because it indicates that the number of damaged properties exceeds 7,200. This implies that the actual number of damaged properties is greater than 7,200, but the exact number is not specified.

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8.

When did the Chíing-yang meteor shower happen?
- A.
  
  1850
- B.
  
  1925
- C.
  
  1490
- D.
  
  1467
Correct Answer
C. 1490
9.

Which of the following provided the first direct observation of an extraterrestrial collision of solar system objects?
- A.
  
  Chelyabinsk meteor
- B.
  
  Tunguska explosion
- C.
  
  Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9
- D.
  
  Chicxulub impact
Correct Answer
C. Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9

Explanation
Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 provided the first direct observation of an extraterrestrial collision of solar system objects. This comet was discovered in 1993 and it made headlines in 1994 when it collided with Jupiter. The impact was observed by astronomers around the world and it left a series of dark impact scars on Jupiter's atmosphere. This event marked the first time that scientists were able to witness a collision between two celestial bodies in real-time, providing valuable insights into the dynamics of such events.

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10.

When did Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 break apart?
- A.
  
  1992
- B.
  
  1959
- C.
  
  1983
- D.
  
  1891
Correct Answer
A. 1992

Explanation
Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 broke apart in 1992.

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