The Mass of an Electron Is of the Order of 10^-30

question 28

Multiple Choice

The mass of an electron is of the order of 10^-30 kg and the mass of the universe is believed to be of the order of 10⁵² kg.From this information you can conclude that

• A)the mass of Earth is 52 orders of magnitude greater than that of the electron.
• B)the mass of Earth is 30 orders of magnitude greater than that of the electron.
• C)the mass of the electron is 82 orders of magnitude greater than that of Earth.
• D)the mass of Earth is 82 orders of magnitude greater than that of the electron.
• E)the mass of the electron is 30 orders of magnitude greater than that of Earth.

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Definitions:

Mantle Plume

A localized column of hot rock rising through the mantle, thought to cause volcanic activity and rifting in the Earth's crust.

Flood Eruptions

Volcanic eruptions characterized by the large-scale outpouring of lava onto the surface, creating extensive lava flows.

Lithosphere

The rigid outer part of the Earth, encompassing the crust and the upper part of the mantle, involved in plate tectonics and continental drift.

Shield Volcanoes

Broad, gently sloping volcanoes formed by the accumulation of highly fluid lava flows, resembling a warrior's shield.