Question

    Which of the following statements about asteroids is

    INCORRECT? (I) Total mass of all the asteroids in the main asteroid belt combined is more than that of Earth's Moon. (II) All asteroids are round in shape.
    A Only I Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Neither I nor II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The total mass of all the asteroids in the main asteroid belt is significantly less than that of Earth's Moon, and not all asteroids are round; many have irregular shapes. This dispels common misconceptions about the physical characteristics of asteroids.

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