Unit 6 Flashcard Warm Up OL

Front

What happens to gravitational force as mass increases?

Back

Gravitational force increases.

Front

Why is Earth's atmosphere crucial for life?

Back

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

Front

What are the outer planets often referred to as?

Back

Gas giants.

Front

Which planets are considered the inner planets?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

Which planets are usually composed of more gases like hydrogen and helium?

Back

Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that attracts two bodies towards each other.

Front

What are terrestrial planets?

Back

Planets that are primarily composed of rock and metal.

Front

Name the four terrestrial planets in our solar system.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What is the main component of Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Nitrogen and oxygen.

Front

What role does the atmosphere play in regulating temperature?

Back

It traps heat, maintaining a stable climate.