Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Which planet rotates in a direction opposite to that of the other planets of the solar system?

  1. Venus

  2. Earth

  3. Neptune

  4. Pluto
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Venus rotates clockwise (retrograde) on its axis from east to west, opposite to most planets' counter-clockwise rotation. Pluto also has retrograde rotation. However, the question asks for THE planet with opposite rotation, and in many traditional contexts (especially older textbooks), both Venus and Pluto are cited. Option D (Pluto) is marked correct here. Note: Pluto was reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006.

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