Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. The 'diamond ring' effect occurs during total solar eclipse.
  2. Sirius is the brightest star that appears 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

Statement 1 is correct. The 'diamond ring' effect occurs during the total solar eclipse. The Diamond Ring is observed as a large burst of light that appears a few seconds before and after totality. Statement 2 is also correct. Sirius is the brightest star that appears in the night sky.

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