The Sun

Q. In the given figure out of all the positions A, B, C and D which will indicate the position of the sun?
Draw the sun at the appropriate position.
(B) Moon (A) (C) Rays (D)

Q.

The position of the Sun is fixed in the universe.

1. True
2. False

Q.

Which star is the source of light and heat for all the planets, including Earth, in our solar system?

1. Sun

2. Mars

3. Moon

4. Mercury

Q.

Sun is a ___.

1. meteor

2. planet

3. comet

4. star

Q.

Sun is also a star but it looks larger than other stars. Why?

1. Because Sun is the largest star in the universe.

2. Because Sun emits more light in comparison to all other stars.

3. Because it is located at the centre of a planetary system.

4. Because other stars are farther away than the Sun.

Q. Which star is considered to be the nearest from Earth?

1. Rigel
2. The Sun
3. Proxima Centauri
4. Antares

Q.

What is the term used for the huge storms that are produced by the sun?

1. Lunar Storms

2. Solar Storms

3. Thunderstorms

4. Lightning

Q.

How is the Sun's energy generated?

1. Solar Flares

2. Helium Fission

3. Hydrogen Fusion

4. Hydrogen Fission

Q.

__________ is a giant explosion on the Sun that sends energy, light and high speed particles into space.

1. Solar Flare

2. Ozone Layer

3. Solar Eclipse

4. Volcano

Q. Which star is nearest to the Earth?

1. Pole Star
2. Cassiopeia
3. Orion
4. Sun