Solar System and Sun's Core Quiz
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What is the primary process occurring in the Sun's core that produces energy?

  • Gravitational contraction
  • Chemical reactions
  • Nuclear fission
  • Nuclear fusion (correct)
  • Which two gases primarily make up the Sun?

  • Carbon dioxide and argon
  • Methane and ammonia
  • Oxygen and nitrogen
  • Hydrogen and helium (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of objects in the Solar System?

  • Distance from the Sun
  • Composition and surface temperature
  • Number of moons
  • Presence of life (correct)
  • What region of the Solar System contains icy objects beyond Neptune?

    <p>Oort Cloud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many planets orbit the Sun in our Solar System?

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

    What is the primary process through which the Sun generates energy?

    <p>Nuclear fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate temperature at the core of the Sun?

    <p>15 million °C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes a characteristic of objects in the solar system?

    <p>Objects vary in size and distance from the Sun.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary gas that makes up the Sun?

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

    What causes the variance in the time it takes for different objects to orbit the Sun?

    <p>The object's distance from the Sun and gravitational forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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