Question 1
According to current scientific evidence, the redshift observed in the light spectra of distant galaxies most directly supports which conclusion about the universe?
Correct Answer:
The universe is expanding
Question 2
A planet's orbital period and its average distance from the Sun are related by Kepler's third law. If a planet orbits at 4 astronomical units (AU) from the Sun, approximately what is its orbital period?
Correct Answer:
8 years
Question 3
On a Hertzsprung-Russell (H-R) diagram, where are most stars, including the Sun, located?
Correct Answer:
Along the main sequence
Question 4
Which process powers the Sun and most main-sequence stars, releasing energy in their cores?
Correct Answer:
Nuclear fusion of hydrogen into helium
Question 5
What is the primary cause of Earth's seasons?
Correct Answer:
The tilt of Earth's axis relative to its orbital plane
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Prepare with the NYSTCE Earth Science (162) Practice Questions - NYSTCE Earth Science Content Specialty Test (CST) Field 162 Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering rock, earth, water, mineral, and layer. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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NYSTCE Earth Science (162) Practice Questions - NYSTCE Earth Science Content Specialty Test (CST) Field 162 Exam

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