Gravity & Our Solar System
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7th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a meteorite?
Back
A meteorite is a solid fragment of a meteoroid that survives its passage through the Earth's atmosphere and lands on the surface of the Earth.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What factors determine the strength of the force of gravity?
Back
The strength of the force of gravity depends on the mass of the objects and the distance between them.
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NGSS.MS-PS2-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What would happen to stars and planets without gravity?
Back
Without gravity, stars, planets, and all objects in the universe would move in a straight line.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
NGSS.MS-PS2-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which planet in our solar system is considered the most likely place to observe for life?
Back
Planet C (often interpreted as Earth or a hypothetical exoplanet depending on context).
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Oort Cloud?
Back
The Oort Cloud is a spherical shell surrounding the solar system that extends from about 10,000 to 100,000 astronomical units (AU) from the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define gravity.
Back
Gravity is a natural phenomenon by which all things with mass are brought toward one another, including planets, stars, galaxies, and even light.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
NGSS.MS-PS2-4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of gravity in the formation of planets?
Back
Gravity pulls together gas and dust in space to form planets, stars, and other celestial bodies.
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NGSS.MS-PS2-4
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