Solar System Quiz

What is the scientific name of the Sun?

• Sol

• Terra

• Mars

• Luna

How long does it take Mercury to complete one orbit around the Sun?

• 87.969 days

• 686.98 days

• 365.3 days

• 224.701 days

Which planet is known for having the highest mountains and deepest valleys in the solar system?

• Jupiter

• Mars

• Earth

• Venus

What is the distance of Earth from the Sun?

• 142 million miles

• 67 million miles

• 888 million miles

• 93 million miles

Which planet has a Great Red Spot that has been observed for over 300 years?

• Saturn

• Uranus

• Jupiter

• Neptune

How many moons does Saturn have?

• 2

• 63

• 34

• 27

What is unique about Uranus's rotation?

• It rotates on its side

• It has no rotation

• It rotates in the opposite direction

• It rotates faster than Earth

Which planet is known for its extreme temperatures and lack of atmosphere?

• Mars

• Neptune

• Mercury

• Venus

What is the approximate distance of Neptune from the Sun?

• 1,784 million miles

• 482 million miles

• 2,794 million miles

• 888 million miles

How long does it take for Saturn to complete one orbit around the Sun?

• 30,684 days

• 4332.59 days

• 60,190 days

• 10,759.2 days