ES Hmwk; Solar System Orbital Laws - Part 2

Front

What occurs when meteorites, asteroids, or comets collide with Earth?

Back

Craters have formed.

Front

Which celestial body is NOT part of our solar system?

Back

Polaris.

Front

What is the period of revolution for a planet that is less than 40 days?

Back

The period of revolution is less than 40 days.

Front

Between which two planets is the asteroid belt located?

Back

Mars & Jupiter.

Front

What happens to gravitational attraction as the distance between two objects increases?

Back

Gravitational attraction decreases.

Front

Define the asteroid belt.

Back

A region in space between Mars and Jupiter where many asteroids orbit the Sun.

Front

What is the significance of craters on Earth?

Back

Craters indicate past collisions with celestial objects.

Front

What is the role of gravity in the solar system?

Back

Gravity keeps planets in orbit around the Sun.

Front

Name a type of celestial object that is part of our solar system.

Back

Comets.

Front

What is the average distance of the asteroid belt from the Sun?

Back

503 million kilometers.