SOLAR SYSTEM

UNIVERSE

THE SUN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Compared to stars, most visible planets appear brighter because ____
A
they are so far away from Earth
B
they are closer to Earth
C
they are just SO powerful
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -They develop an understanding that stars vary in their size and distance from Earth. The sun is a medium size star that appears larger and brighter than other stars because it is closer to us.

Detailed explanation-2: -Key Differences Between Stars and Planets Stars have their own light, whereas planets do not have their own light, they reflect the sunlight that falls on the planets. Stars move in their own separate orbits with a high speed, but due to considerable distance, their motion can be seen after a very long time.

Detailed explanation-3: -The planet Venus is the brightest among all the eight planets in the Solar System. It has thick atmosphere rich in carbondioxide which makes it highly reflective, hence making it the brightest planet in the night sky.

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