Two New Planets Discovered?

Two New Planets Discovered?

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Physics, Science, Other

11th Grade - University

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Recent headlines claim the discovery of new planets in our solar system, based on observations by astronomers using the ALMA Observatory. However, these findings are not yet confirmed, and the astronomy community remains skeptical. The observed objects could be planets, data glitches, or other celestial bodies like brown dwarfs or icy worlds. More data is needed to confirm these findings, and until then, the claims remain speculative.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason the astronomy community is skeptical about the recent reports of new planets?

The reports were proven to be internet hoaxes.

The planets are too far away to be observed clearly.

The findings have not been peer-reviewed or published yet.

The observations were made using outdated equipment.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name given to the object observed near W Aquilae?

Alpha

Vlemmings

Neptune

Gna

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one possible explanation for the moving points of light observed by the astronomers?

They are signals from alien civilizations.

They are reflections from nearby planets.

They are data glitches from sensitive instruments.

They are new stars forming.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If the objects are not glitches, what could they potentially be?

Artificial satellites

Brown dwarfs or icy worlds

Comets passing through the solar system

Asteroids from the asteroid belt

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it unlikely that the ALMA Observatory would find large objects by accident?

It only observes known star systems.

It is located in a remote area.

Its field of view is very small.

It is not designed to detect large objects.