Solar System Planets Quiz

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    Our planets orbit what? - ProProfs

    Our planets orbit what?

    • Sun
    • Moon
    • Clouds
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  • 2. 
    What is the person called that explores in space?  - ProProfs

    What is the person called that explores in space? 

    • Archeologist

    • Astronaut

    • Teacher

    Correct Answer
    A. Astronaut
    Explanation
    An astronaut is the correct answer because they are the individuals who explore and travel in space. They undergo rigorous training and are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct scientific research, operate spacecraft, and perform extravehicular activities. Archeologists study human history through the excavation of artifacts, while teachers educate students in various subjects. Therefore, astronaut is the most appropriate term for someone who explores in space.

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  • 3. 
    Jupiter is the largest planet. - ProProfs

    Jupiter is the largest planet.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system. It has a diameter of about 86,881 miles, which is more than 11 times the diameter of Earth. Its massive size is due to its composition, primarily consisting of hydrogen and helium gases. Jupiter's immense gravity also contributes to its size, allowing it to attract and hold onto a large amount of gas and other materials. Its size and composition make Jupiter stand out as the largest planet among all the others in our solar system.

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  • 4. 
    We have how many moons? - ProProfs

    We have how many moons?

    • 5

    • 3

    • 1

    Correct Answer
    A. 1
    Explanation
    The question is asking for the number of moons we have. The correct answer is 1, indicating that we have only one moon.

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  • 5. 
    What do we use to look at something in the distance? - ProProfs

    What do we use to look at something in the distance?

    • Microscope

    • Telescope

    • Magnifying glass

    Correct Answer
    A. Telescope
    Explanation
    A telescope is used to look at something in the distance. It is a device that helps us observe distant objects by collecting and magnifying light. Unlike a microscope, which is used to view small objects up close, a telescope is designed to focus on objects that are far away, such as stars, planets, and galaxies. A magnifying glass, on the other hand, is used to enlarge the size of an object when it is held close to the eye, but it is not specifically designed for viewing objects in the distance.

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  • 6. 
    Mercury is our first planet. - ProProfs

    Mercury is our first planet.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement "Mercury is our first planet" is correct because Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun in our solar system. It orbits the Sun before any other planet, making it the first planet in terms of its position from the Sun.

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  • 7. 
    Earth is called the Blue Planet. - ProProfs

    Earth is called the Blue Planet.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Earth is called the Blue Planet because it is mostly covered with water.

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  • 8. 
    Pluto is a planet.  - ProProfs

    Pluto is a planet. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Pluto is a dwarf planet.

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  • 9. 
    What is the hottest planet? - ProProfs

    What is the hottest planet?

    • Earth

    • Mercury

    • Venus

    Correct Answer
    A. Venus
    Explanation
    Venus is the correct answer because it is the hottest planet in our solar system. Despite not being the closest planet to the Sun, Venus has a thick atmosphere composed mainly of carbon dioxide, which creates a greenhouse effect trapping heat and causing extreme temperatures. The surface temperature on Venus can reach up to 900 degrees Fahrenheit (475 degrees Celsius), making it hotter than Mercury, which is closer to the Sun.

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  • 10. 
      Where are the planets located? - ProProfs

      Where are the planets located?

    • Sky

    • The inner and outer solar system

    • Solar system

    Correct Answer
    A. The inner and outer solar system
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the inner and outer solar system. Planets are located within the solar system, which consists of the inner and outer regions. The inner solar system includes the planets that are closer to the Sun, such as Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. The outer solar system includes the gas giants like Jupiter and Saturn, as well as the ice giants like Uranus and Neptune. So, the planets are distributed throughout the inner and outer regions of the solar system.

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