Galaxies

Galaxies

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS1-2, HS-PS2-4

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15 questions

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main components that make up a galaxy?

Back

Stars, dust, and gas held together by gravity.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of galaxy is characterized by a spiral structure?

Back

Spiral galaxy.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the defining feature of an irregular galaxy?

Back

It has no defined pattern or shape.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of stars are considered to have higher than average luminosity and lower than average temperature?

Back

Super Giants.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which type of star is the hottest?

Back

Blue Star.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary force that holds galaxies together?

Back

Gravity.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS2-4

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main types of galaxies based on their shape?

Back

Spiral and elliptical galaxies.

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