Elevate Science Topic 6 - Solar System Review

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What is a star?

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A star is a huge ball of very hot matter that gives off energy.

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What is a moon?

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A moon is a satellite made up of rock and ice that orbits a planet.

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How does Earth's moon affect our planet?

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The moon helps to stabilize the wobbling motion that takes place as Earth rotates around its axis.

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Which planet is NOT an inner planet?

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Jupiter is NOT an inner planet.

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Which celestial body is NOT an outer planet?

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Pluto is NOT an outer planet.

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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 outer planets?

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The outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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What is the main difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and closer to the sun, while outer planets are gas giants and farther from the sun.

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What is the role of the sun in the solar system?

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The sun is the central star that provides light and heat to the solar system.

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What is an asteroid?

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An asteroid is a small rocky body that orbits the sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.