Asteroid Types and Identification Quiz

What is the primary composition of C-type asteroids?

• Silicate rock

• Iron and nickel

• Carbon and organic molecules

• Metallic core

Which type of asteroids are known for their dark appearance due to low reflectivity?

• D-type asteroids

• M-type asteroids

• C-type asteroids

• S-type asteroids

Where are S-type asteroids primarily located?

• Outer areas of the asteroid belt

• Inner part of the asteroid belt

• Middle of the asteroid belt

• Beyond Jupiter's orbit

What distinguishes M-type asteroids from other types?

• Their carbon-rich composition

• Their clay minerals

• Their stony appearance

• Their dense metallic core

Which method is most often used to determine an asteroid's surface composition?

• Thermal Imaging

• Absorption Features

• Reflectance Spectroscopy

• Color Index

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS4-3

What color are S-type asteroids typically?

• Reddish to reddish-brown

• Blue

• Dark

• Bright

What is the main reason for the dark color of C-type asteroids?

• Presence of silicate rock

• High reflectivity

• Presence of metallic core

• Existence of complex organic compounds

Which type of asteroids are typically located in the middle of the asteroid belt?

• C-type asteroids

• S-type asteroids

• M-type asteroids

• D-type asteroids

What do absorption features in the spectrum of an asteroid indicate?

• Presence of specific materials

• The asteroid's size

• The asteroid's orbit

• The asteroid's age

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS4-2