Author Question: A small rock in interplanetary space is called a A) meteor. B) meteoroid. C) ... (Read 58 times)

nautica902

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 591
A small rock in interplanetary space is called a
 
  A) meteor.
  B) meteoroid.
  C) meteorite.

Question 2

Why do comet's tails always point away from the Sun?
 
  A) because of solar wind
  B) because the inner planets cause the ice and other volatile materials to be pulled towards their orbits
  C) because of the comet's interaction with dark matter
  D) because when they move away from the Sun they begin to lose inertia



yahahah24021

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 323
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Women are two-thirds more likely than men to develop irritable bowel syndrome. This may be attributable to hormonal changes related to their menstrual cycles.

Did you know?

Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. As of yet, there is no cure. Everyone is at risk, and there may be no warning signs. It is six to eight times more common in African Americans than in whites. The best and most effective way to detect glaucoma is to receive a dilated eye examination.

Did you know?

Side effects from substance abuse include nausea, dehydration, reduced productivitiy, and dependence. Though these effects usually worsen over time, the constant need for the substance often overcomes rational thinking.

Did you know?

Thyroid conditions may make getting pregnant impossible.

Did you know?

Cocaine was isolated in 1860 and first used as a local anesthetic in 1884. Its first clinical use was by Sigmund Freud to wean a patient from morphine addiction. The fictional character Sherlock Holmes was supposed to be addicted to cocaine by injection.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library