Identifying Non-Luminous Objects: Jupiter
A luminous object is one that produces and emits its own light. Examples include stars and light bulbs.
A non-luminous object does not produce its own light but is visible because it reflects light from a luminous source. Planets and moons are common examples.
Object Analysis:
- Sun: A star, it is a primary source of light and heat. Thus, it is luminous.
- Proxima Centauri: This is the closest star to the Sun. Like the Sun, it produces its own light and is luminous.
- Jupiter: A planet in our solar system, Jupiter does not generate its own light. It shines by reflecting the light of the Sun. Therefore, it is non-luminous.
- Alpha Centauri: This is a star system, consisting of multiple stars. Stars are luminous objects. Thus, Alpha Centauri is luminous.
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis, Jupiter is the only object listed that does not produce its own light.
Important Questions from Origin and evolution of Universe Solar system
Consider the following statements relating to our Solar System :
1. Saptarishi forms part of constellation Big Bear.
2. Saptarishi forms part of the constellation Ursa Major.
3. Asteroids Belt lies between orbits of Mars and Earth.
4. The largest asteroid is Ceres.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following statements relating to solar system is / are correct?
1. Venus and Uranus rotate opposite to the direction of rotation of Earth
2. Venus is the nearest planet to Earth
Select the correct answer using the code given below :- Which one of the following represents the inner planets?
The following item consists of two statements, Statement I and Statement II.
Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer using the code given below :
Statement I : The Indian Ocean Tsunami of 2004 occurred along a subduction zone along west coast of Sumatra
Statement II: Along the Sumatra coast the Indo-Australian Plate converges below the Eurasian Plate- Our solar system is a part of which galaxy?
