Solar System Review Game- 6th grade

Front

The moon is a natural ___________ of Earth.

Back

satellite

Front

What keeps the planets in orbit around the Sun?

Back

gravity

Front

The four planets that orbit closest to the Sun are best described as–

Back

having a rocky and terrestrial surface.

Front

The gravitational attraction between two objects would increase if both masses are –

Back

increased, and the distance between them is decreased.

Front

If the distance between Mercury and the Sun were increased, what could be done to maintain the same gravitational force of attraction between Mercury and the Sun?

Back

Decrease the masses of Mercury and the Sun.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter

Front

What is the term for the path that a planet takes around the Sun?

Back

orbit

Front

Which planet is known for its rings?

Back

Saturn

Front

What force pulls objects toward each other in space?

Back

gravity

Front

What is the smallest planet in our solar system?

Back

Mercury