Planets and Space Rocks

Front

What is the hottest planet in our solar system?

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Venus

Front

What is a large mass of dust, rock, and metal found between Jupiter and Mars called?

Back

An asteroid

Front

Which planet is the smallest in our solar system?

Back

Mercury

Front

What is the force of attraction between objects known as?

Back

Gravity

Front

What are the inner planets primarily made of?

Back

Rocky material

Front

Name the four inner planets of our solar system.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

Front

What is the main difference between inner and outer planets?

Back

Inner planets are rocky, while outer planets are gas giants.

Front

What is the term for a celestial body that orbits a planet?

Back

Moon or satellite

Front

What is the asteroid belt?

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A region in space between Mars and Jupiter where many asteroids are located.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter