Patterns of the Solar System Review

Front

What happens to the gravitational force between two objects as the distance between them decreases?

Back

It increases.

Front

Which planets have observed transits of the Sun as viewed from Earth?

Back

Venus and Mercury.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A phenomenon where the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon.

Front

What happens to the gravitational force an object exerts when its mass decreases?

Back

It decreases.

Front

What force keeps planets in orbit around the Sun?

Back

Gravitational force.

Front

Define gravitational force.

Back

The attractive force between two objects with mass.

Front

What is the role of gravity in the solar system?

Back

It keeps planets in orbit around the Sun.

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

A phenomenon where the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth.

Front

Name the two planets closest to the Sun.

Back

Mercury and Venus.

Front

What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

Back

A planet orbits a star, while a moon orbits a planet.