Test Your Knowledge About Solar System!
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Questions and Answers
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Where is the largest radio telescope located in the Earth
- A.
America
- B.
Puerto rico
- C.
Greece
- D.
England
- E.
Australia
Correct Answer
B. Puerto ricoExplanation
The largest radio telescope on Earth is located in Puerto Rico.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many moons does jupiter have?
- A.
67
- B.
8
- C.
56
- D.
63
- E.
1
Correct Answer
D. 63Explanation
Jupiter has 63 moons. This is a well-known fact supported by scientific research and observations. These moons vary in size and characteristics, with the four largest ones being named Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto. The number 63 is the correct answer because it accurately represents the number of moons that have been discovered and confirmed to orbit around Jupiter.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many rings are there in saturn?
- A.
5
- B.
7
- C.
2
Correct Answer
B. 7Explanation
Saturn is known for its iconic ring system, which consists of seven main rings. These rings are made up of ice particles, rocks, and dust, and they orbit around Saturn. The rings are named alphabetically in the order of their discovery, from the innermost to the outermost ring. Therefore, the correct answer is 7.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of these statements are NOT true.
- A.
A death of a giant star is called a supernova.
- B.
The jouveline planets have rings that are visible to the naked eye like saturn, and some with rings not that visible to the naked eye like jupiter.
- C.
Mercury used to have water before but has now dried up.
- D.
Titan has an atmosphere.
- E.
The most dangourous rain is iron rain
Correct Answer
C. Mercury used to have water before but has now dried up.Explanation
It was actually mars that used to have water.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who helped copernicus discover that the sun was at the center of the solar system?
- A.
Galileo
- B.
Kepler
- C.
Einstein
- D.
Hailey
Correct Answer
A. GalileoExplanation
Galileo helped Copernicus discover that the sun was at the center of the solar system. Galileo was an Italian astronomer and physicist who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy. He built upon Copernicus' heliocentric model and used his observations and experiments to provide evidence for the sun-centered system. Galileo's discoveries, such as the observation of the phases of Venus and the moons of Jupiter, further supported the heliocentric theory and revolutionized our understanding of the solar system.Rate this question:
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- 6.
True or false? When harold, king of England in 1066, saw hailey's comet,but got defeated by william the conqerour.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The people suggested that hailey's comet was an evil omen.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which moon created the E ring on saturn's rings.
- A.
Ganamyde
- B.
Enceladus
- C.
Demos
- D.
Puck
- E.
Charon
Correct Answer
B. EnceladusExplanation
Enceladus is the correct answer because it is known to have geysers that emit water vapor and ice particles into space. These particles contribute to the formation of the E ring, which is one of Saturn's outermost rings. The geysers on Enceladus are believed to be caused by tidal forces from Saturn's gravitational pull, heating the moon's interior and causing the water to erupt from its surface. This discovery was made by the Cassini spacecraft, which observed the plumes of water vapor and ice particles emanating from Enceladus.Rate this question:
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- 8.
True or false? We see planets as stars in Earth.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- C.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
This statement is false. We do not see planets as stars on Earth. While planets are celestial bodies like stars, they appear differently in the night sky. Stars twinkle due to the Earth's atmosphere, while planets shine with a steady light. Additionally, planets can often be seen moving across the sky over time, while stars appear fixed. Therefore, we can distinguish between planets and stars in our view from Earth.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What can be the secret of time travel?Select 2 answers.
- A.
Creating a time machine
- B.
Going to a U.F.O
- C.
Using alien technology
- D.
A black hole and white hole combine to create a worm hole.
- E.
Just one answer
Correct Answer(s)
A. Creating a time machine
D. A black hole and white hole combine to create a worm hole.Explanation
The secret of time travel can be achieved by creating a time machine, which would allow individuals to manipulate time and travel to different points in the past or future. Additionally, a black hole and white hole combining to create a wormhole can also serve as a means of time travel, as it would create a shortcut through spacetime, allowing for the possibility of traversing through time.Rate this question:
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