Multiple choice

Consider the following statements: (1) The rings of Jupiter are made of dust. (2) Sirius is the brightest star in the night sky.

Which of the given statements is /are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Jupiter's ring system is primarily composed of dust particles (from meteoroid impacts on small inner moons), confirming statement 1. Sirius (Alpha Canis Majoris) has an apparent visual magnitude of -1.46, making it the brightest star in Earth's night sky, confirming statement 2. Both statements are factually correct.

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