
Planets of the Solar System Flashcard
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Science
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2nd Grade
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Hard
Vicky Papanikou
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet'?
Back
Mars
Answer explanation
Mars is known as the 'Red Planet' due to its reddish appearance, which is caused by iron oxide (rust) on its surface. The other options, Saturn, Neptune, and Jupiter, do not have this characteristic.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which planet has beautiful rings?
Back
Saturn
Answer explanation
Saturn is renowned for its stunning rings, which are made of ice and rock particles. Unlike the other planets listed, Saturn's rings are the most prominent and beautiful, making it easily recognizable in our solar system.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the largest planet in the solar system?
Back
Jupiter
Answer explanation
Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system, significantly larger than Mercury, Mars, and Earth. It has a diameter of about 86,881 miles (139,822 kilometers), making it a gas giant with a massive size and strong gravitational pull.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which planet is known for having a very hot atmosphere?
Back
Venus
Answer explanation
Venus is known for its extremely hot atmosphere, primarily due to a thick layer of carbon dioxide and clouds of sulfuric acid, which create a strong greenhouse effect, making it hotter than Mercury.
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