What was the first planet to be discovered using a telescope?
Correct answer: A. Uranus
- A. Uranus
- B. Jupiter
- C. Venus
- D. Mercury
Explanation
Uranus was discovered by William Herschel in 1781 using a telescope. The other listed planets were known since ancient times because they are visible to the naked eye.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? support@testustad.com
About Astronomy and Space
Astronomy covers the structure and motions of the solar system, planets, satellites, comets, asteroids and meteoroids, together with gravity, eclipses, seasons and phases of the Moon. It also introduces stars, galaxies, nebulae, black holes, space telescopes and satellites, while distinguishing rotation from revolution and meteors from meteorites.
Practise Astronomy and Space
286 free Astronomy and Space MCQs from Everyday Science, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Everyday Science questions like this
Everyday Science is on 40 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.
More Astronomy and Space questions
Which planet in our solar system has the most gravity?
We always see the same face of the moon, because?
Which of the following celestial bodies contains abundant quantities of helium-3, a potential source of energy?
What is total area of the earth?
Which planet is losing its atmosphere at faster than the earth?
The nearest Star to the planet earth is ________ ?