Question

Which of the following is the brightest star in the night sky?

• A. Pole star
• B. Sirius
• C. Both A and B
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B Sirius

Solution: Sirius is a derived from a greek word "Seirius" is the brightest star in the night sky. One of the best time to see this star is in the winters. The star is 23 times as luminous as the sun. It resides in the constellation Canis Major, the Big Dog and is generally known as Dog star.

Hence, the correct option is (B).