China has launched its first solar exploration satellite into space. What is the name of the satellite?

• A. Xihe
• B. Tian
• C. Mazu
• D. Jade

Answer: (A)

China has launched its first solar exploration satellite into space to study the violent and sudden physical processes behind solar flares. The 550 kg (121-pound) satellite named Xihe (Name of Sun God in Chinese mythology) was launched by the Long March-2D rocket.