alleryThe Kuiper belt extends between which distances from the Sun?
A2 and 4 AU
B5 and 10 AU
C100 and 200 AU
D30 and 50 AU
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 30 and 50 AU
1. The Kuiper belt lies beyond Neptune.
2. Neptune is about 30 AU out, and the belt extends from 30 to 50 AU.
3. Values of 2 to 4 AU and 5 to 10 AU are inside Neptune's orbit.
_Source: Wikipedia, Solar System, Kuiper belt_
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