Halley (cometa)

Halley (cometa)

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Science, Other, Physics

4th - 9th Grade

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The video discusses the Munhaley comet, named after a British scientist, which has a short orbit period and is visible every 76 years. Its next appearance is expected in 2061. During its last approach to the sun, it was observed by space probes from the United States, the Soviet Union, and Japan, providing the first close-up view of a comet.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the name 'Munhaley'?

It is named after a planet.

It is named after a famous comet hunter.

It is named after a constellation.

It is named after a British scientist.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How often does the comet Munhaley become visible from Earth?

Every 50 years

Every 150 years

Every 76 years

Every 100 years

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is the next expected appearance of Munhaley?

2061

2050

2075

2045

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which countries sent space probes to approach Munhaley?

United States, China, and India

Russia, China, and Japan

United States, Soviet Union, and Japan

United Kingdom, France, and Germany

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the space probes' approach to Munhaley?

They discovered a new planet.

They provided the first close-up view of a comet.

They found evidence of life.

They captured images of a black hole.