Origin of the Universe and Solar System

What branch of science deals with the study of the origin and structure of the universe?

• astrology

• cosmology

• geology

• meteorology

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When did the universe began?

• 3.5 BYA (billion years ago)

• 4.5 BYA

• 13.7 BYA

• 13.82 BYA

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How did scientists determine the age of the universe?

• calculations

• cosmic microwave background

• satellites

• telescopes

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Which proof of the Big Bang Theory refers to the thermal radiation used in cosmology and considered to be the 'oldest light' in the universe?

• Red Shift

• Dynamic Universe

• Cosmic Microwave Background

• Abundance of Hydrogen and Helium

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Which is NOT a premise of the Steady State Theory?

• Matter dilutes as the universe expands.

• Matter is constantly created as the universe expands.

• The universe expands but it does not change its appearance.

• The early universe had no matter and energy.

The soalr system is believed to have come from a swirling dense hot cloud of dust and gas. What do you call this huge ball of dust and gas?

• cosmos

• nebula

• planetesimal

• sun

Which is the most accepted theory that explains the beginning of the solar system?

• Big Bang Theory

• Nebular Theory

• Planetesimal Theory

• Tidal Theory

Which planet in the solar system is considered to be the largest?

• Ganymede

• Jupiter

• Neptune

• Saturn

It is also known as the red planet due to its appearance and named after the Roman god of war.

• Mars

• Earth

• Venus

• Mercury

Which planet has the most number of rings?

• Jupiter

• Neptune

• Saturn

• Uranus