Unit 5: Earth's place in the Universe

Front

What effect does the mass of an object have on gravitational attraction?

Back

The greater the mass of the object, the greater the gravitational force.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

List the terrestrial planets in our solar system.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

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What are gas giants?

Back

Gas giants are large planets composed mainly of gas.

Front

Which planet is the smallest in our solar system?

Back

Mercury

Front

What is the correct order from smallest to largest: star, planet, galaxy, solar system, universe?

Back

planet, star, solar system, galaxy, universe

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

Front

Define gravitational force.

Back

Gravitational force is the attraction between two objects with mass.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Front

What are the four terrestrial planets?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What distinguishes gas giants from terrestrial planets?

Back

Gas giants are primarily composed of gases, while terrestrial planets are rocky.

Front

Name the largest planet in our solar system.

Back

Jupiter.

Front

What is the main component of gas giants?

Back

Hydrogen and helium.