Solar System (SOL 4.5, 4.6)

Front

What are the bulges that occur in the Earth's oceans called?

Back

High tides.

Front

How long does it take the Earth to rotate once on its axis?

Back

24 hours.

Front

What alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon results in the highest tidal ranges?

Back

Straight line.

Front

What are the four planets that are nearest the Sun called?

Back

Inner planets.

Front

Which planet is tipped on its side nearly 90 degrees?

Back

Uranus.

Front

What is the term for the gravitational pull that causes tides?

Back

Tidal force.

Front

What are the two types of tides that occur in a lunar day?

Back

Spring tides and neap tides.

Front

What is the average distance from the Earth to the Sun?

Back

Approximately 93 million miles (150 million kilometers).

Front

What is the main difference between inner planets and outer planets?

Back

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

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.