Intro to the Sun

The sun is a star.

• True

• False

Select the name of our Sun.

• Bill

• Sally

• Sol

• Sunny

Which model is the following system?

• Geocentric System

• Heliocentric System

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

What is the meaning of "Helios"?

• Grass

• Bio

• Sun

• Earth

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Which of the following is a benefit of solar energy?

• It is a non-renewable resource

• It produces harmful emissions

• It is a renewable resource

• It is only available at night

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

The earth orbits around...

• the sun.

• the moon

• other planets

• the Milky Way

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

What is the primary component of the Sun?

• Hydrogen

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Nitrogen

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

Which layer of the Sun is visible during a solar eclipse?

• Photosphere

• Chromosphere

• Corona

• Core

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What process powers the Sun's energy production?

• Nuclear fission

• Nuclear fusion

• Chemical combustion

• Radioactive decay

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-8

How long does it take for sunlight to reach Earth?

• 8 minutes

• 1 hour

• 24 hours

• 1 second