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Which Solar System term is correctly associated with position or orbit: “the seventh planet from the Sun”, and also with “it rotates with an extreme axial tilt”?

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ANeptune
BUranus
CMoon
DAsteroid belt
Correct Answer: UranusYour Answer: B

Explanation

Correct Answer: Option B — Uranus. Uranus is correct because it is the seventh planet from the Sun. Uranus is also associated with it rotates with an extreme axial tilt. A further identifying fact is that Uranus is it rotates with an extreme axial tilt. Another useful fact is that Uranus is associated with methane contributes to its blue-green colour. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Neptune: It is the eighth planet from the Sun and is associated with it has exceptionally fast atmospheric winds; those are the identifying facts of Neptune. Option C — Moon: It is orbits Earth and is associated with its far side is not permanently dark; those are the identifying facts of Moon. Option D — Asteroid belt: It is located mainly between Mars and Jupiter and is associated with Ceres is its largest object; those are the identifying facts of Asteroid belt. Exam Takeaway: Link Uranus with “the seventh planet from the Sun” and “it rotates with an extreme axial tilt” for quick revision.

Important Notes

  • Uranus is an ice giant.
  • It is associated with the seventh planet from the Sun.
  • A key feature is that it rotates with an extreme axial tilt.
  • Exam trap: Uranus should not be confused with Moon, which is orbits Earth.

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