Astronomy Quiz: Solar System Basics
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Which model of the universe places the Sun at the center?

  • Geo-centric Model
  • Universal Model
  • Helio-centric Model (correct)
  • Earth-centric Model

    • What is the primary composition of asteroids?

  • Dust and ice
  • Organic compounds
  • Gases and liquids
  • Iron and silicon or other metals (correct)

    • Which planet has the largest diameter?

  • Venus
  • Jupiter (correct)
  • Earth
  • Saturn

    • Meteoroids are defined as:

    <p>Fragments from the asteroid belt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who proposed the Geo-centric Model of the universe?

    <p>Aristotle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are asteroids primarily found in the Solar System?

    <p>In the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the composition of asteroids is true?

    <p>Almost all asteroids contain nickel and iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the color of a star?

    <p>The surface temperature of the star</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the altitude of an object in the sky measured?

    <p>From the horizon at $0^ heta$ to straight up at $90^ heta$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following descriptions is true about the distribution of visible matter in space?

    <p>Most of the visible matter in space is composed of stars</p> Signup and view all the answers

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