Magic School Bus Sees Stars

What is the primary function of stars in the universe?

• To provide light and heat

• To orbit planets

• To create black holes

• To reflect sunlight

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

Which of the following is a characteristic of a star?

• It is a solid object

• It emits its own light

• It is always cold

• It is smaller than planets

What is the process called in which stars produce energy?

• Photosynthesis

• Nuclear fusion

• Combustion

• Evaporation

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Which element is most abundant in stars?

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Hydrogen

• Iron

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What is the name of our galaxy?

• Andromeda

• Milky Way

• Whirlpool

• Sombrero

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What is a supernova?

• A new star formation

• A dying star explosion

• A black hole

• A comet

Which type of star is the hottest?

• Red dwarf

• Yellow dwarf

• Blue giant

• White dwarf

What is the closest star to Earth?

• Sirius

• Alpha Centauri

• Proxima Centauri

• Betelgeuse

What is the term for a group of stars forming a pattern?

• Galaxy

• Constellation

• Nebula

• Cluster

What is the main difference between a star and a planet?

• Stars are larger

• Stars emit light

• Planets have atmospheres

• Planets are hotter