Knowing Neptune

How many times larger is Neptune's diameter compared to earth

• 4 times larger

• 2 times larger

• same

• 6 times larger

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What causes the blue coloration of Neptune planet?

• The blue color is due to the planet's distance from the Sun.
• Neptune's blue hue comes from its high surface temperature.
• The blue coloration is a result of water vapor in the atmosphere.
• The blue coloration of Neptune is caused by methane in its atmosphere.

What is the name of Neptune's largest moon?

• Ganymede
• Triton
• Titan
• Callisto

How long does Neptune take to orbit the sun?

• 165 Earth years
• 50 Earth years
• 250 Earth years
• 100 Earth years

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Neptune is a very windy planet and can experience wind speeds up to 2000km/hr. Where does the energy come from that powers this winds considering its far away from the sun?

• The energy is generated by solar radiation.
• Winds are powered by the gravitational pull of nearby moons.
• The energy comes from Neptune's core heat.

• The planet absorbs energy from cosmic rays.

What type of liquid is ejected by geysers in Triton moon?

• Liquid methane
• Liquid nitrogen
• Liquid helium
• Liquid carbon dioxide

Identify two differences between Saturn's and Neptune's planetary rings.

• 1. Saturn's rings are larger and more prominent than Neptune's rings. 2. Saturn's rings are mainly composed of ice, while Neptune's rings contain more dust and rocky material.
• Neptune has no rings, while Saturn has multiple rings.
• Saturn's rings are primarily made of dust and rocky material.
• Neptune's rings are larger and more prominent than Saturn's rings.