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Q · The Universe medium · 45s
What is the name of the closest star to Earth besides the Sun?
TopicThe Universe
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Proxima Centauri, part of the Alpha Centauri system, is the closest known star to Earth after the Sun.
Final Answer: Option D - Proxima Centauri