Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. Sunspots always appear in pairs.
  2. Mars takes more time to complete one rotation on its axis than to complete one revolution around the sun.

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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A Correct answer
Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. Dark, cool areas called sunspots appear on the photosphere of the sun. They always appear in pairs and are intense magnetic fields that break through the surface of the sun. Statement 2 is incorrect. Mercury takes more time to complete one rotation on its axis than to complete one revolution around the sun due to its nearness to the sun.

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