Embibe Experts Solutions for Chapter: The Solar System, Exercise 1: Exercise 1

Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
$1$. A Lunar eclipse takes place when the Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon.
$2$. A Solar eclipse happens when the Moon comes directly between the Sun and the Earth.
$3$. A Lunar eclipse takes place when the Sun comes directly between the Earth and the Moon.
$4$. A Solar eclipse happens when the Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

Lunar eclipse does not occur every month because _____.

Which of the following statement is incorrect in context to our solar system?

Which of the following planet is smaller in size than the Earth?

Which of the following defines equinox?

The hottest time of the day is _____.

The speed of rotation of the Earth is the highest _____.

Shooting stars are called _____.