Components of the Universe: STAAR Released Questions
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the universe?
Back
The universe is the vast, all-encompassing space that contains all matter, energy, planets, stars, galaxies, and even the empty space between them.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the main components of the universe?
Back
The main components of the universe include galaxies, stars, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and dark matter.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define a galaxy.
Back
A galaxy is a massive system of stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter, bound together by gravity.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a star?
Back
A star is a luminous sphere of plasma held together by its own gravity, undergoing nuclear fusion to produce light and heat.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a planet?
Back
A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is dark matter?
Back
Dark matter is a form of matter that does not emit light or energy, making it invisible and detectable only through its gravitational effects.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
NGSS.MS-PS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a comet?
Back
A comet is an icy small body that, when passing close to the Sun, heats up and begins to release gases, forming a glowing coma and sometimes a tail.
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