What If the Sun Disappeared?

What If the Sun Disappeared?

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Physics, Science, Geography, Biology

10th Grade - University

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The video explores a hypothetical scenario where the Sun disappears, leading to planets drifting into space. Earth would experience darkness, a drop in temperature, and a halt in photosynthesis, affecting oxygen levels. Technological systems reliant on solar energy would fail, impacting communication and disaster prediction. Over time, Earth would become a frozen wasteland, with only some life forms surviving underground. The video concludes by reassuring viewers that this is a fictional scenario.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What immediate effect would the disappearance of the Sun have on the planets in the solar system?

They would start orbiting faster.

They would drift into space.

They would collide with each other.

They would stop moving.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long would it take for people on Earth to realize the Sun has disappeared?

1 hour

8 minutes 20 seconds

5 minutes

Instantly

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why would the Moon become invisible if the Sun disappeared?

It would drift away.

It would be covered by clouds.

It would be destroyed.

It doesn't produce its own light.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would happen to Earth's temperature after the Sun's disappearance?

It would fluctuate unpredictably.

It would fall slowly at first, then drastically.

It would remain constant.

It would rise rapidly.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would happen to satellites if the Sun disappeared?

They would crash into Earth.

They would stop working due to lack of solar energy.

They would continue to function normally.

They would drift into space.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What would be the condition of trees and plants after a week or two without the Sun?

They would thrive.

They would remain unchanged.

They would die due to lack of photosynthesis.

They would grow faster.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might some humans survive the harsh conditions without the Sun?

By migrating to the poles.

By building tall structures.

By moving underground or towards the Earth's center.

By living on the surface.