How Does the Dust Tail of a Comet Compare with Its

question 56

Multiple Choice

How does the dust tail of a comet compare with its gas tail?

• A) Dust tails often appear blue and gas tails white.
• B) Dust tails are straight, whereas gas tails are curved.
• C) Dust tails are more massive than gas tails.
• D) Dust tails point toward the Sun, whereas gas tails point away.

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Definitions:

Target Pests

Specific undesirable organisms that pest control measures aim to reduce or eliminate.

DDT

A synthetic pesticide historically used for mosquito control but was banned due to environmental and health concerns.

Persistent

Describes substances that remain in the environment for extended periods without breaking down, often leading to long-term pollution.

Natural Attractants

Substances or stimuli that naturally lure or attract organisms, often used in pest control or animal behavior studies.