Understanding Our Place in the Universe

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What is the approximate distance between the Earth and the Sun?

  • 100 million km
  • 300 million km
  • 150 million km (correct)
  • 200 million km

What is the source of heat and light for the solar system?

  • The Sun (correct)
  • The Earth
  • Jupiter
  • The Moon

What is the correct order of the planets in our solar system, from closest to farthest from the Sun?

  • Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Earth, Neptune
  • Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune (correct)
  • Mercury, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
  • Mercury, Mars, Venus, Earth, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

Why does the Sun's heat not feel as intense on Earth?

<p>Because it is too far away from us (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the study of celestial bodies and their movements?

<p>Astronomy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Sun made up of?

<p>Extremely hot gases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do the planets shine, according to Aryabhatta?

<p>Due to reflected sunlight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Sun's role in the solar system?

<p>It provides the pulling force that binds the solar system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many planets are there in our solar system?

<p>8 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the Earth and other planets orbiting the Sun?

<p>Solar system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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