Space

Front

Why does the Sun appear larger and brighter on Earth than other stars?

Back

It is the closest star to Earth.

Front

Why did the stars appear to shift in the sky during Juanito's observation?

Back

The star appeared to shift through the night sky because the Earth is turning on its axis.

Front

What are the main components of a galaxy?

Back

Gas, dust, stars, and objects orbiting stars.

Front

What is the name of our home galaxy?

Back

Milky Way

Front

Stars outside of our solar system are most similar to which of the following? The Sun, Earth, Moon, Comet

Back

The Sun

Front

Most of the stars visible at night are located in which of the following?

Back

In the same galaxy as the sun.

Front

What is one thing all planets in our solar system have in common?

Back

They all orbit the sun.

Front

What is a star?

Back

Stars are large balls of burning gases.

Front

If there was a full moon on May 26th, when would we see the moon back in this phase?

Back

June 23rd

Front

What is a true statement about the four planets closest to the Sun?

Back

They are all small and rocky.