{"id":5282,"date":"2023-11-14T08:18:15","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T02:48:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/?p=5282"},"modified":"2023-11-14T08:26:52","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T02:56:52","slug":"ncert-class-8-science-mcq-16","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/ncert-class-8-science-mcq-16\/","title":{"rendered":"NCERT Class 8 Science MCQ :\u00a0Stars and the Solar System"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/ncert-class-8-science-mcq-16\/#NCERT_Class_8_Science_MCQ_Stars_and_the_Solar_System\" >NCERT Class 8 Science MCQ :\u00a0Stars and the Solar System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/ncert-class-8-science-mcq-16\/#NCERT_Class_8_Science_Stars_and_the_Solar_System_MCQ_%E2%80%93_NCERT_Class_8_MCQ\" >NCERT Class 8 Science : Stars and the Solar System MCQ &#8211; NCERT Class 8 MCQ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/mcqs\/ncert-class-8-science-mcq-16\/#Some_Important_Links\" >Some Important Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NCERT_Class_8_Science_MCQ_Stars_and_the_Solar_System\"><\/span>NCERT Class 8 Science MCQ :\u00a0Stars and the Solar System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Embark on an astronomical journey through &#8220;Stars and the Solar System&#8221; with our MCQs page compiled from previous year papers across diverse exam sectors, including the esteemed UPSC IAS and various competitive assessments. This compilation of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) offers an in-depth exploration of celestial bodies, their characteristics, and the solar system&#8217;s enigmatic phenomena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Comprehensive Study<\/strong>: Our MCQs cover a wide range of topics, delving into the nature of stars, planets, asteroids, comets, and other celestial entities, fostering a comprehensive understanding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exam-oriented Practice<\/strong>: Prepare for competitive exams with questions akin to those in UPSC IAS and other prominent assessments, allowing a deep dive into the intricacies of stars and the solar system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Astronomical Insights<\/strong>: Gain a detailed understanding of celestial bodies, astronomical phenomena, the solar system&#8217;s dynamics, and the vast expanse of the universe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Detailed Explanations<\/strong>: Each MCQ comes with comprehensive explanations, facilitating a deeper comprehension of celestial bodies, their characteristics, and their significance in astrophysics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Progress Tracking<\/strong>: Utilize our interactive platform to monitor scores, identify areas for improvement, and track overall progress while exploring the mysteries of stars and the solar system.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re an astronomy enthusiast, a student preparing for competitive exams, or an individual fascinated by the wonders of the universe, our MCQs page on stars and the solar system offers an illuminating journey through celestial bodies. Engage with this cosmic exploration, refine your knowledge, and prepare for exams assessing your grasp of astronomical concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NCERT_Class_8_Science_Stars_and_the_Solar_System_MCQ_%E2%80%93_NCERT_Class_8_MCQ\"><\/span>NCERT Class 8 <strong>Science<\/strong> : Stars and the Solar System MCQ<strong> &#8211; NCERT Class 8 MCQ<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>\r\n    \/* Quiz container *\/\r\n    .quiz-container {\r\n        max-width: 800px;\r\n        margin: 0 auto;\r\n        padding: 20px;\r\n        box-sizing: border-box;\r\n        font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    \/* Question *\/\r\n    .question {\r\n        background-color: #f9f9f9;\r\n        padding: 20px;\r\n        border: 1px solid #ccc;\r\n        font-size: 20px;\r\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n        border-radius: 5px;\r\n        box-shadow: 0 2px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);\r\n      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for=\"optB_8329\">Galaxy<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8329\">Meteors<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8329\">Comet<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">The Halley\u2019s Comet is seen after every\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8330\">76 months<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8330\">76 years<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8330\">56 months<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8330\">56 years<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Ursa Major is a\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8331\">star<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8331\">constellation<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8331\">seen only with telescope<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8331\">satellite<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which planet has the largest number of satellites?\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8332\">Jupiter<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8332\">Saturn<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8332\">Mercury<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8332\">Mars<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which unit is used to measure astronomical distances?\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8333\">Leap year<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8333\">Light year<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8333\">Century<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8333\">Sound year<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">The stars forming a recognizable shape is called\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8334\">constellation<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8334\">system<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8334\">galaxy<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8334\">asteroids<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which star is nearest to Earth?\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8335\">Pole star<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8335\">Orion<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8335\">Cassiopeia<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8335\">Sun<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">What term is used for celestial bodies that revolve around the Sun in highly elliptical orbit?\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8336\">Comet<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8336\">Meteors<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8336\">Asteroids<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8336\">Planets<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which small objects revolve between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter?\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8337\">Satellites<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8337\">Comets<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8337\">Asteroids<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8337\">Meteorites<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which planet is called morning star or evening star?\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8338\">Venus<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8338\">Mars<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8338\">Jupiter<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8338\">Mercury<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Our galaxy is known as\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8339\">Earth galaxy<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8339\">Sun galaxy<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8339\">Milky Way<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8339\">Constellation<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Which of the following is not a planet?\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8340\">Mercury<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8340\">Saturn<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8340\">Jupiter<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8340\">Great bear<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"d\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Orion is a\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8341\">constellation<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8341\">star<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8341\">planet<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8341\">satellite<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"a\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">Shooting stars are called\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8342\">asteroids<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8342\">galaxies<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8342\">meteors<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8342\">andromeda<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"c\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">The planet farthest from the Sun is\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8343\">Uranus<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8343\">Neptune<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8343\">Saturn<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8343\">Mercury<\/label><\/li>\r\n              <\/ul>\r\n      <div class=\"answer-box\"><\/div>\r\n      <button class=\"show-answer\" data-answer=\"b\">Show Answer<\/button>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"question\">\r\n      <span class=\"question-header\">Question:<\/span>\r\n      <div class=\"question-text\">If I am 13 years old, I have gone round the sun ___ times.\r\n<\/div>\r\n      <ul class=\"options\">\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-a\">A<\/span><label for=\"optA_8344\">Never gone round the sun<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-b\">B<\/span><label for=\"optB_8344\">13<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-c\">C<\/span><label for=\"optC_8344\">26<\/label><\/li>\r\n        <li><span class=\"option-d\">D<\/span><label for=\"optD_8344\">Shall go round the sun when I shall be 15<\/label><\/li>\r\n   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 <div class=\"question-text\">____ appears as a bright head with a long tail. 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