Unit 6 Flashcard Warm Up

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What are the inner planets?

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The inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What are the inner planets also known as?

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The inner planets are also known as terrestrial planets.

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Why is Earth's atmosphere crucial for life?

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Earth's atmosphere traps heat and protects organisms from the Sun's damaging rays.

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Which model has greater gravitational attraction?

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Model A has greater gravitational attraction.

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What is the largest planet in the solar system, besides the Sun?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system, besides the Sun.

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What is a terrestrial planet?

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A terrestrial planet is a rocky planet that is primarily composed of silicate rocks or metals.

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Name the four terrestrial planets in our solar system.

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The four terrestrial planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What is the main characteristic of gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are primarily composed of hydrogen and helium.

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Name the gas giants in our solar system.

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The gas giants in our solar system are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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What role does the atmosphere play in regulating temperature on Earth?

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The atmosphere helps to regulate temperature by trapping heat through the greenhouse effect.