universe & solar system section 6 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

The group of small pieces of rock revolving round the sun between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter are called

a) meteorites

b) asteroids

c) comets

d) meteors

Question : 2

Which one of the following conditions is most relevant for the presence of life on Mars?

a) Occurrence of ice caps and frozen water

b) Occurrence of ozone

c) Thermal conditions

d) Atmospheric composition

Question : 3

a) A - 3; B - 2; C - 4 ; D - 1

b) A - 5; B - 1; C - 3 ; D - 2

c) A - 5; B - 2; C - 3 ; D - 1

d) A - 3; B - 1; C - 4; D - 2

Question : 4

Consider the following statements:

1. When the Sun, the Earth and the Moon are aligned in a straight line, the position is referred to as SYZYGY.
2. When the Sun and Moon are in straight line, it results in spring tide.
3. When the Sun and Moon are in right angle, it results in Neap tide.

a) 2 and 3 only

b) 1, 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1 and 2 only

Question : 5

How many hours of daylight does the equator experience on September equinox?

a) 10 hours

b) 12 hours

c) 9 hours

d) 8 hours

Question : 6

Match the following lits:

a) 3 4 1 2

b) 2 1 4 3

c) 2 4 1 3

d) 3 1 4 2