The 2016 Transit of Mercury Quiz

How often does the Transit of Mercury occur in a century?

• 5 times

• 25 times

• 13 times

• 20 times

What is essential for safely viewing the Transit of Mercury?

• Binoculars

• A proper solar filter

• A telescope without a filter

• Sunglasses

What role do amateur astronomers play during the Transit of Mercury?

• They provide telescopes for public viewing

• They organize public lectures

• They broadcast the event on TV

• They write articles about the event

What is the primary focus of scientists studying the Transit of Mercury?

• Mercury's magnetic field

• Mercury's surface temperature

• Mercury's orbit

• Mercury's exosphere

What element in Mercury's exosphere is studied during the transit?

• Hydrogen

• Sodium

• Oxygen

• Helium