Solar System Study Guide

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What is a meteor?

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A meteor is a small celestial body that enters Earth's atmosphere and produces a streak of light as it burns up.

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What affects the gravitational pull of a star on an orbiting object?

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The gravitational pull of a star is strongest on the object with the smallest orbit radius.

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What are the optimal conditions for organism growth?

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The best or most favorable temperature, light, and moisture.

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What did Galileo's observations of Jupiter's moons suggest?

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Galileo's observations suggested that Earth was not the center of motion in the universe.

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What is the primary composition of the inner planets?

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The inner planets are primarily composed of heavy, rocky materials.

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What is the difference between a comet and a meteor?

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A comet is a celestial body made of ice and dust that develops a tail when close to the Sun, while a meteor is a small body that burns up upon entering Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the heliocentric model?

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The heliocentric model is the astronomical model in which the Earth and planets revolve around the Sun.

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What is the geocentric model?

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The geocentric model is the outdated astronomical model that places Earth at the center of the universe.

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What are the four terrestrial planets in our Solar System?

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The four terrestrial planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What are gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, such as Jupiter and Saturn.