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Q · The Universe Medium · 45s
Consider the following pairs: Object Description 1. Quasar Bright, active galactic nuclei 2. Pulsar Rotating neutron star 3. Nebula Black hole remnant Which of the pairs are correctly matched?
TopicThe Universe
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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A quasar is a bright, highly energetic core of a distant galaxy. A pulsar is a rapidly rotating neutron star. A nebula is not a black hole remnant but an interstellar cloud of gas and dust.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only