Planets and Their Characteristics

Front

What is the reason a person weighs less on the Moon than on Earth?

Back

The Moon has less mass and therefore less gravity.

Front

What is the path of an object as it circles around another object in outer space called?

Back

Orbit.

Front

What is the primary force that makes the planets orbit?

Back

The Sun.

Front

Which planet is known to be the hottest in our solar system?

Back

Venus.

Front

What are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars collectively called?

Back

Inner Planets.

Front

What is the term for the spinning of a planet on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

What is the term for the movement of a planet around the Sun?

Back

Revolution.

Front

Which planet is known for having the most extensive ring system?

Back

Saturn.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.

Front

What are the four outer planets known as?

Back

Jovian Planets.