Exploring the Structure of the Universe

What is a natural satellite?

• A planet orbiting a star

• A natural object orbiting a planet

• A man-made object orbiting a planet

• A star orbiting a galaxy

Which of the following is an example of an artificial satellite?

• The Moon

• Mars

• An asteroid

• A communication satellite

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How many planets are there in our solar system?

• Ten

• Seven

• Nine

• Eight

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Which planet is closest to the Sun?

• Earth

• Mars

• Mercury

• Venus

What is the main difference between asteroids and comets?

• Asteroids are made of ice and dust, comets are made of rock and metal

• Asteroids are made of rock and metal, comets are made of ice and dust

• Asteroids are found in the asteroid belt, comets are not

• Asteroids orbit the Sun, comets do not

Where is the asteroid belt located?

• Between Earth and Mars

• Between Mars and Jupiter

• Between Jupiter and Saturn

• Between Saturn and Uranus

What is the name of our galaxy?

• Sombrero

• Whirlpool

• Milky Way

• Andromeda

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What force holds the stars together in a galaxy?

• Electromagnetic force

• Magnetism

• Nuclear force

• Gravity

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What is the universe mostly made up of?

• Planets

• Empty space

• Galaxies

• Stars

What do solar systems consist of?

• A central galaxy orbited by stars

• A central star orbited by planets

• A central planet orbited by stars

• A central star orbited by galaxies

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