21ST CENT.ASTRONOMY(LL)W/CODE WKBK PKG.
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Chapter 10, Problem 1QP
To determine
The sequence of steps that lead to the
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Answer to Problem 1QP
The sequence of steps is (c), (f), (e), (b) and (d).
Explanation of Solution
Convection is the process in which
Gravitational attraction of the planets pulls the particles towards its center. As they fall towards the centre, they acquire kinetic energy which is then converted into thermal energy due to friction. This thermal energy heats the surrounding. Warm gas expands which then cools.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the sequence of steps is (c), (f), (e), (b) and (d).
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QUESTION 3
The surface of Venus receives
a.
a lot more sunlight than the surface of the Earth
b.
much less sunlight than the surface of the Earth
c.
about as much sunlight as the surface of the Earth
QUESTION 4
Venus has very low surface wind speed because
a.
the greenhouse effect makes the surface temperature nearly uniform
b.
it has a very thin atmosphere
c.
the thick clouds don't allow for much convection in the atmosphere
d.
it doesn't have a large moon
6 Jupiter's polar temperatures are similar to its equatorial temperatures mainly because of
two reasons. What are these reasons?
A
Because Jupiter has no appreciable axis tilt and because Jupiter has a warm interior.
Because Jupiter is fairly round, has no appreciable axis tilt, and has a warm interior.
C Because Jupiter is fairly round and because Jupiter has a warm interior.
(D) None of the mentioned choices is correct.
E Because Jupiter has no appreciable axis tilt and because Jupiter is fairly round in shape.
B
Which of the following statements accurately describes our current understanding of the solar system?
a.
There are no metals in the solar system beyond Jupiter and its orbit.
b.
Terrestrial worlds are so small because their large atmospheres were stripped away in time by Jupiter.
c.
Jupiter and Saturn are made of strictly a combination of hydrogen and helium, and both objects lack a planetary core.
d.
Various ices can contribute to the mass of planetary cores if we are at a great enough distance from the sun.
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