The Earth in the Solar System
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What type of celestial bodies are very big, hot, made up of gases, emit heat and light, and are called stars?

  • Stars (correct)
  • Planets
  • Comets
  • Asteroids
  • Why can't we see the moon and other bright objects in the night sky during the day?

  • Clouds block our view during the day
  • The sun's bright light makes them invisible during the day (correct)
  • They disappear during the day
  • They only appear at night
  • What is the term for a night with a full moon where the moon appears completely illuminated?

  • Half moon night
  • Amavasya
  • Full moon night or Poornima (correct)
  • New moon night
  • What do celestial bodies like stars emit in large amounts?

    <p>Heat and light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do some celestial bodies in the sky appear to twinkle while others do not?

    <p>Because they glow without flickering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of perforating the paper with a needle within the circled area?

    <p>To create tiny holes for light to pass through</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do the stars in the night sky look tiny compared to the sun?

    <p>Because they are actually very far from us</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the dots of light on the wall when all the lights in the room are switched on?

    <p>They disappear completely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to ensure that the switch of the torch is not covered when wrapping the paper around it?

    <p>To keep the torch light focused on the wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does flashing the torch light on the wall simulate stars shining in the night?

    <p>By producing numerous dots of light on the wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

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