Solar System Review

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What are the outer planets made of?

Back

Outer planets are made of gas.

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What are the inner planets primarily composed of?

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Inner planets are rocky.

Front

List the inner planets in order from closest to the Sun.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What causes the visibility of certain constellations in different seasons?

Back

The Earth revolving around the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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How do comets and asteroids share a common characteristic?

Back

Both orbit the Sun.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.

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Which planet is known for its rings?

Back

Saturn.

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What is the smallest planet in our solar system?

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Mercury.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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What is the main difference between asteroids and comets?

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Asteroids are made of rock and metal, while comets are made of ice and dust.

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What is the term for the path that planets take around the Sun?

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Orbit.

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