Solar System Exploration

What is the center of our solar system?

• Sun

• Mars

• Earth

• Moon

Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

• Mars

• Earth

• Venus

• Jupiter

What are rocky objects that orbit the Sun mostly between Mars and Jupiter?

• Comets

• Asteroids

• Galaxies

• Planets

Which celestial bodies are often called 'dirty snowballs'?

• Asteroids

• Comets

• Galaxies

• Planets

What are the natural satellites that orbit planets?

• Stars

• Comets

• Moons

• Asteroids

Which type of spacecraft is designed to carry humans into space?

• Manned spacecraft

• Crewed spacecraft

• Astronaut spacecraft

• Piloted spacecraft

What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors in the solar system?

• Biotic factors are found in the outer planets, while abiotic factors are limited to the inner planets.

• Biotic factors are related to gravity, while abiotic factors are related to atmospheric conditions.

• Biotic factors are inorganic substances, while abiotic factors are living organisms.

• Biotic factors are living organisms, while abiotic factors are non-living components. In the solar system, biotic factors are only present on Earth, while abiotic factors like sunlight, temperature, and minerals are found throughout.

How does the Sun generate energy?

• Through burning fossil fuels

• By absorbing energy from other stars

• By converting water into energy

• Through nuclear fusion in its core

Which planet is closest to the Sun?

• Venus

• Earth

• Saturn

• Mercury

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

• Neptune

• Saturn

• Mars

• Jupiter