Question

Q56. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Alpha Centauri:

1. It is the closest star system to our planet.

2. The system consists of three stars.

3. The system is supposed to have earth like worlds.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. (a) Only 1 and 2
• B. (b) Only 1 and 3
• C. (c) Only 2 and 3
• D. (d) All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

(d) All of the above

According to a recent study published in the Astronomical Journal, Alpha Centauri - the closest star system to our planet - may be home to small, rocky Earth-like worlds. Alpha Centauri (α Centauri) is the closest star system to the Solar System, being 4.37 light-years from the Sun.

It consists of three stars: Alpha Centauri A and Alpha Centauri Band Alpha Centauri C (also named Proxima Centauri).