Which Solar System term is correctly associated with classification: “an ice giant”, and also with “the eighth planet from the Sun”?

Correct Answer: Option A — Neptune. Neptune is correct because it is an ice giant. Neptune is also associated with the eighth planet from the Sun. A further identifying fact is that Neptune is it has exceptionally fast atmospheric winds. Another useful fact is that Neptune is associated with Triton is its largest moon. Why the other options are incorrect: Option B — Moon: It is Earth's natural satellite and is associated with orbits Earth; those are the identifying facts of Moon. Option C — Asteroid belt: It is a region containing many rocky minor bodies and is associated with located mainly between Mars and Jupiter; those are the identifying facts of Asteroid belt. Option D — Mercury: It is a terrestrial planet and is associated with the closest planet to the Sun; those are the identifying facts of Mercury. Exam Takeaway: Link Neptune with “an ice giant” and “the eighth planet from the Sun” for quick revision.