Exploring Neptune: The Farthest Planet of the Solar System

The video provides an overview of Neptune, the farthest planet in the solar system. It covers Neptune's physical characteristics, including its diameter, mass, and orbit period. The discovery of Neptune in 1846 by Ornan Leverrier and Johan Gao is discussed, along with its rapid rotation. The video explains Neptune's atmospheric composition, which gives it a blue appearance, and describes its active climate with large storms like the Great Dark Spot. Finally, it highlights the exploration of Neptune by Voyager 2 and ongoing observations using telescopes.

What is the orbital period of Neptune in Earth years?

• 164.8 years

• 365.2 years

• 84.3 years

• 248.5 years

Who were the astronomers credited with the discovery of Neptune?

• Galileo Galilei and Isaac Newton

• Johannes Kepler and Tycho Brahe

• Edwin Hubble and Carl Sagan

• Ornan Leverrier and Johan Galle

Why does Neptune appear blue?

• Due to its icy surface

• Because it reflects the ocean on Earth

• Because of the presence of methane in its atmosphere

• Due to its proximity to the Sun

Which planet is more massive, Neptune or Uranus?

• Neptune

• It varies depending on their position

• Uranus

• They have the same mass

What was the name of the storm observed on Neptune in 1989?

• The Great Dark Spot

• The Blue Tempest

• The Great Red Spot

• The Dark Vortex