History of Astronomical Theories Quiz
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Who first demonstrated the existence of galaxies beyond the Milky Way?

  • Edwin Hubble (correct)
  • Copernicus
  • Ptolemy
  • Kepler
  • Which theory proposed the concept of the Big Bang?

  • Ptolemy's Theory
  • Steady State Theory
  • Copernicus' Theory
  • Big Bang Theory (correct)
  • Which planet is nearest to the Sun and has the slowest rotation period in our solar system?

  • Mars
  • Jupiter
  • Mercury (correct)
  • Venus
  • Which planet has the fastest rotational time in our solar system and 16 satellites?

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

    Who proposed the theory that the Sun is at the center of the solar system and not the Universe?

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

    What is the revolution period of Ganymede, the largest satellite of our Solar system?

    <p>84 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rotation period of Ganymede, the largest satellite of our Solar system?

    <p>15.7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many satellites does Ganymede have?

    <p>62 satellites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs on the 14th day after the New Moon?

    <p>Full Moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nearest position of Earth to the Moon called?

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

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