Question

The steady stream of particles emitted from the sun is called? A: solar wind B: electromagnetic radiation C: space debris

the laws of physics determine energy production in stars. based on that, which of the following is not true? A: a star could be as small as a basketball B: stars derive their energy from nuclear fusion C:: if a star is too large it will "burn out" very quickly

which of the following is the oldest? A: the universe B: the solar system C: the outer planets

Meteor showers occur at times of the year when a large number of meteors are visible. anyone of these meteors, in fact, all meteors are visible for how long? A: a few hours B: A few days C: a few seconds

The forces that compress a cloud of hydrogen to form a star is: A: Magnetic B: repulsive C: gravity

which of the following is true?

A: as the earth orbits the sun it is always the same distance

B: as the earth orbits the sun the distance to the sun varies slightly

C: the closest distance from the earth to the sun is called "home distance"

people like to have capital: cities as the center to run things. for example, all states have a capital city. all countries also have a capital city. if there were to be a capital city for the solar system, where do you think would be the most reasonable location?

A" the sun B: the earth C: on Jupiter

a binary star system :

A: two stars orbiting each other

B: two stars touching each other

C: two stars bouncing off each other

Answer 1

1.
The steady stream of particles emitted from the sun is called?
Answer : Solar Wind

2.
the laws of physics determine energy production in stars. based on that, which of the following is not true?
Answer : a star could be as small as a basketball

3.
which of the following is the oldest?
Answer : the universe

4.
Meteor showers occur at times of the year when a large number of meteors are visible. anyone of these meteors, in fact, all meteors are visible for how long?
Answer : A few days