Astrophysics Quiz for 10th Graders

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Which of the following is true about astrophysics?

It studies the properties and behavior of celestial objects (correct)
It studies the behavior of living organisms
It studies the behavior of planets and their atmospheres
It studies the behavior of subatomic particles

What is a supernova?

A powerful explosion that occurs when a star runs out of fuel (correct)
A type of black hole
A type of galaxy that contains billions of stars
A planet that orbits two stars

What is dark matter?

A type of matter that does not emit, absorb, or reflect light (correct)
A type of matter that can be seen with a telescope
A type of matter that is made up of atoms
A type of matter that is only found on Earth

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Astrophysics

The branch of physics that studies the properties and behavior of celestial objects.

Supernova

A powerful and luminous explosion of a massive star, occurring when a star runs out of fuel disrupting the star and creating a burst of energy and light.

Dark matter

A hypothetical form of matter that does not interact with light, making it invisible to telescopes, but is inferred to exist due to its gravitational effects on visible matter.