This planet is nicknamed the "Red Planet" and was thought to have life once upon a time by many scientists.

Neptune

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Pluto

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Mars

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Jupiter

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The correct option is C Mars
Mars was given the nickname "Red Planet" due to the presence of reddish iron oxide on its surface.

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“Planet Nine” has been in news recently which among the following statements is/are correct about “Planet Nine”.

1. Scientists have confirmed existence of new planet and it has been confirmed as the ninth planet

2. Researchers have predicted mass of planet Nine about 10 time that of earth.

3. It has been observed between uranus and Neptune.

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