C. Hyperspectral Earth observation

B. High-speed communication satellite

C. Hyperspectral Earth observation

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Space Facts MCQs (61–68)

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61.
Past Paper MCQ
Charged particles from sun:
Correct Answer: B. Solar wind
One-liner
Charged particles emitted from the Sun are called solar wind.
62.
Past Paper MCQ
HS-1 satellite is:
Correct Answer: C. Hyperspectral Earth observation
One-liner
HS-1 satellite is a Hyperspectral Earth observation satellite.
63.
Past Paper MCQ
Peak intensity of a star is proportional to:
Correct Answer: C. T⁴
One-liner
The peak intensity of a star is proportional to T⁴, as described by the Stefan-Boltzmann Law.
64.
Past Paper MCQ
Energy from Sun produced by:
Correct Answer: D. Nuclear Fusion
One-liner
Energy from the Sun is produced by Nuclear Fusion.
65.
Past Paper MCQ
Power of star radiation is called:
Correct Answer: D. Luminosity
One-liner
The power of star radiation is called Luminosity.
66.
Past Paper MCQ
Comets speed higher when:
Correct Answer: D. Near Sun
One-liner
Comets travel at their highest speed when they are near the Sun due to the Sun's strong gravitational pull.
67.
Past Paper MCQ
How long does it take for sunlight to reach the Earth?
Correct Answer: D. 8 minutes 20 seconds
One-liner
Sunlight takes approximately 8 minutes 20 seconds to travel from the Sun to the Earth.
68.
At what height does the International Space Station orbit the Earth?
Correct Answer: A. 400 km
One-liner
The International Space Station (ISS) orbits the Earth at an altitude of approximately 400 km.