Which term refers to the smallest planet in the solar system and the closest planet to the Sun?
Difficulty: Easy
About this MCQ
This Easy General Science and Nature question asks: Which term refers to the smallest planet in the solar system and the closest planet to the Sun? The correct choice is B. Mercury (Planet). Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. Amphibians
Why not A: “Amphibians” does not fit this question. The answer is Mercury (Planet).
- B. Mercury (Planet) ✓
- C. Chlorophyll
Why not C: “Chlorophyll” does not fit this question. The answer is Mercury (Planet).
- D. Jupiter
Why not D: “Jupiter” does not fit this question. The answer is Mercury (Planet).
Correct answer
B. Mercury (Planet)
Explanation
Mercury (Planet) is the term that matches “Which term refers to the smallest planet in the solar system and the closest planet to the Sun” (option B). Option A (Amphibians) does not fit this question. Option C (Chlorophyll) does not fit this question. Option D (Jupiter) does not fit this question. For this General Science and Nature question, the accepted answer is Mercury (Planet).
Source: General Knowledge Official Reference Guide
Tags: FPSC, PPSC, General Knowledge, NTS, General Science and Nature
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