CAIE IGCSE Physics 6.2.1 The Sun As a Star Topic Practice

Question 1

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The Sun radiates most of its energy in three regions of the electromagnetic spectrum.
In the pie chart, region 1 is infrared radiation and region 2 is visible radiation.

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What is region 3 ?

A

microwave

B

radio

C

ultraviolet

D

X-ray

Question 2

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The Sun transfers energy to the Earth through electromagnetic radiation.
What are two of the parts of the electromagnetic spectrum to which most of the energy belongs?

A

gamma rays and X-rays

B

infrared radiation and visible light

C

microwaves and visible light

D

radio waves and microwaves

Question 3

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Which statement about the Sun is correct?

A

The Sun is a dwarf star consisting mostly of hydrogen and oxygen.

B

The Sun is a giant star consisting mostly of helium and carbon dioxide.

C

The Sun is a medium-sized star consisting mostly of hydrogen and helium.

D

The Sun is a medium-sized star consisting mostly of nitrogen and oxygen.

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