A Comet Is Visible Because___________

question 61

Multiple Choice

A comet is visible because___________ .

• A) it is a small object, but it ejects gas and dust that at is dispersed by the solar wind to form a tail thousands of km long
• B) it boils off steam that streams outward along the comet's path
• C) it is composed of white material, mostly ice
• D) it is a very large object that get stretched out by interaction with the Sun's gravity

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Definitions:

Direct Observation

The method of gathering data through the immediate or firsthand witnessing or monitoring of behaviors, actions, or phenomena.

Full Moon

The phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated from Earth's perspective, appearing as a bright, circular disc.

Direct Observation

The method of gathering data through immediate, firsthand experience and observation in a natural or control setting.

Reasoning

The process of thinking about something in a logical way to form a conclusion or judgment.