Terrestrial Planets Pt.1

Front

What is the significance of the color gradient on the topographic map of Mercury?

Back

It indicates elevation differences.

Front

What is the primary composition of terrestrial planets?

Back

Rock.

Front

What is the primary reason the surface of Venus cannot be observed directly?

Back

Thick sulfuric acid clouds.

Front

What type of worlds are the terrestrial planets described as?

Back

Rocky.

Front

Which terrestrial planet has a relatively large moon?

Back

Earth.

Front

What are terrestrial planets primarily made of?

Back

Solid rock and metal.

Front

Name the four terrestrial planets in our solar system.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What is the atmosphere of Venus primarily composed of?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

Front

How does the surface temperature of Venus compare to that of Mercury?

Back

Venus is hotter than Mercury due to its thick atmosphere.

Front

What is the main reason for the extreme temperatures on Venus?

Back

The greenhouse effect caused by its dense atmosphere.