Multiple choice general knowledge

Which planet was named GEORGE'S STAR to honour king george 2 ?

  1. neptune

  2. pluto

  3. uranus

  4. mercury

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C Correct answer
Explanation

When Uranus was discovered in 1781, astronomer William Herschel originally named it 'George's Star' (Georgium Sidus) to honor King George III of England. It was only later that the planet was renamed Uranus to follow the mythological naming convention.