Question

Which of the following is NOT a planet of the sun?

• A. Sirius
• B. Mercury
• C. Saturn
• D. Earth

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Sirius

The explanation for the correct option :

1. Option $\left(\mathrm{A}\right)$ is correct.
2. Sirius is a star.
3. It is the brightest star in the sky.
4. Sirius is also known as the Dog Star.
5. It is the nearest star to the solar system.

The explanation for the incorrect option :

1. Planets are celestial bodies that orbits around the sun.
2. Planets do not have their own light, they reflect light from the sun.
3. As Mercury, Saturn and Earth are planets, hence $\left(\mathrm{B}\right),\left(\mathrm{C}\right),\left(\mathrm{D}\right)$ are incorrect option.