Solar System
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Science
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why do the planets orbit the sun?
Back
The sun is so massive that it has a very large gravitational pull, which causes objects to orbit it.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
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2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is making a model of the solar system difficult?
Back
The solar system is so big and the objects in it are so small in comparison.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where does the moon get its light from?
Back
The Moon gets light from the sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which planet is the closest to our sun?
Back
Mercury.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Our Solar System_________
Back
Has 8 planets, but is mostly empty space.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Back
Jupiter.
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7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main component of the sun?
Back
Hydrogen.
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