Test your knowledge of the Solar System 1 / 10 What causes the variation in planetary magnetic fields within the solar system? Variations in solar wind pressure. The distance from the Sun. Differences in the planetary core compositions and their rotational speeds. The planet's atmosphere. 2 / 10 What is the Sun mostly made of? Iron and nickel Carbon dioxide Oxygen and nitrogen Hydrogen and helium 3 / 10 What is a comet? A planet’s moon A type of asteroid A meteor A celestial object made of ice, dust, and rock that develops a glowing coma and tail near the Sun 4 / 10 Which planet has the most moons? Saturn Jupiter Earth Uranus 5 / 10 How do astronomers measure the mass of a planet in the solar system? By measuring its size. By studying its atmosphere. By observing the gravitational effects the planet has on nearby objects, like moons or spacecraft. By observing its magnetic field. 6 / 10 What is the name of the largest moon of Saturn? Europa Titan Ganymede Callisto 7 / 10 Which planet is known for its extreme greenhouse effect? Earth Venus Mars Neptune 8 / 10 What is the smallest planet in the solar system? Venus Mercury Pluto Mars 9 / 10 Which planet rotates on its side? Neptune Venus Saturn Uranus 10 / 10 Which planet has the Great Red Spot, a giant storm? Jupiter Mars Neptune Saturn Your score isThe average score is 0% 0% Restart quiz
