Solar System Review #3

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What is the atmosphere of Earth's Moon like?

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The Moon has no atmosphere.

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How does the force of gravity change when mass or size increases?

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The force of gravity increases.

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What happens to the force of gravity when a planet decreases in size?

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The force of gravity decreases.

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What are gas giant planets?

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Gas giant planets are celestial bodies that do not have a solid surface.

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What is the definition of the diameter of a planet?

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The diameter of a planet is the distance through the center of the planet.

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What are the main components of the solar system?

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The main components of the solar system include the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids.

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What is the difference between terrestrial planets and gas giants?

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Terrestrial planets have solid surfaces, while gas giants do not.

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How does distance from the Sun affect a planet's temperature?

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Generally, the farther a planet is from the Sun, the cooler its temperature.

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What is the role of gravity in the solar system?

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Gravity keeps planets in orbit around the Sun and governs the motion of celestial bodies.

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What is a celestial body?

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A celestial body is any natural object outside of Earth's atmosphere, such as stars, planets, moons, and asteroids.

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