Which Statement About the Twinkling of Stars and Planets Is

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Multiple Choice

Which statement about the twinkling of stars and planets is NOT correct?

• A) Stars twinkle less when they are farther from the horizon.
• B) A photographic image of more than a few seconds exposure time will show a twinkling star as a disk.
• C) Planets twinkle less than stars.
• D) The twinkling of stars is an inherent phenomenon and cannot be reduced by any observing technique.

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Definitions:

Chemoreceptors

Sensory receptor cells or organs that transduce (convert) chemical substances in the environment or blood into signals perceived by the nervous system.

Carbon Dioxide

An invisible, scent-free gas generated through the combustion of carbon-based materials and in the act of respiration. It exists naturally within the Earth's atmosphere and is utilized by plants during photosynthesis.

Oxygen

A chemical element with symbol O, essential for cellular respiration in aerobic organisms and a component of the Earth's atmosphere.

Surfactant

A substance that reduces the surface tension of a liquid, aiding in processes such as lung function and cleaning.