Advisory - Earth and Space

Advisory - Earth and Space

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Milky Way?

Back

The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system, consisting of billions of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why can't we see the entire shape of the Milky Way from Earth?

Back

Because Earth is a part of the Milky Way galaxy, we can only see a portion of it.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the life cycle of a star like our Sun?

Back

The life cycle includes: Nebula, Main Sequence, Red Giant, Planetary Nebula, White Dwarf, Black Dwarf.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of weather is associated with low pressure?

Back

Low pressure is associated with humid weather because it allows moisture to accumulate in the air.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What direction do warm fronts typically move?

Back

Warm fronts typically move in a northeast direction.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to warm air in convection?

Back

In convection, warm air rises.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a nebula?

Back

A nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space, often the birthplace of stars.

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