Test your knowledge of the Solar System 1 / 10 Which planet rotates on its side? Venus Neptune Uranus Saturn 2 / 10 What is the name of the largest moon of Saturn? Callisto Ganymede Titan Europa 3 / 10 What causes the variation in planetary magnetic fields within the solar system? The distance from the Sun. The planet's atmosphere. Variations in solar wind pressure. Differences in the planetary core compositions and their rotational speeds. 4 / 10 How do astronomers measure the mass of a planet in the solar system? By studying its atmosphere. By measuring its size. By observing the gravitational effects the planet has on nearby objects, like moons or spacecraft. By observing its magnetic field. 5 / 10 What is the Sun mostly made of? Carbon dioxide Oxygen and nitrogen Iron and nickel Hydrogen and helium 6 / 10 What is the smallest planet in the solar system? Venus Mars Mercury Pluto 7 / 10 Which planet is known for its extreme greenhouse effect? Earth Mars Venus Neptune 8 / 10 What is a comet? A type of asteroid A planet’s moon A meteor A celestial object made of ice, dust, and rock that develops a glowing coma and tail near the Sun 9 / 10 Which planet has the Great Red Spot, a giant storm? Saturn Mars Neptune Jupiter 10 / 10 Which planet has the most moons? Saturn Uranus Jupiter Earth Your score isThe average score is 90% 0% Restart quiz
