Examlex

Solved

During the 1860s,a Hypothetical Planet Named Vulcan,in a Solar Orbit

question 16

Multiple Choice

During the 1860s,a hypothetical planet named Vulcan,in a solar orbit closer to the Sun than Mercury,was proposed as the cause of abnormalities in Mercury's orbit.Much of the 1860s and 1870s was spent studying the solar disk waiting for Vulcan to cross.Vulcan never appeared (but we learned a great deal about sunspots!) .This technique is like which exoplanet-discovery technique?


Definitions:

Driving While Sleepy

Operating a vehicle when fatigued or drowsy, which can impair reaction times and decision-making, similar to driving under the influence of alcohol.

Driving While Drunk

Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, which severely impairs judgment, coordination, and reaction times, creating a significant risk of accidents.

Cognitive Development

The process of growth and change in intellectual/mental abilities such as thinking, reasoning, and understanding over the lifespan.

Jean Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, particularly his theory of cognitive development.

Related Questions