Solar System Study Guide

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What does it mean for a planet to be found within the 'habitable zone' of a solar system?

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A habitable planet is the correct distance from a star making the temperature conditions possible for supporting life.

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What is the primary composition of planets closest to the Sun?

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Heavy, rocky materials.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of a meteor?

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It enters Earth's atmosphere in a streak of light.

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Which region is known for having objects like Pluto?

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Kuiper belt.

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Fill in the blank: Most asteroids are located in the main asteroid belt, a region between the orbits of ______.

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B) Mars and Jupiter.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter.

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What is the main difference between a comet and an asteroid?

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Comets are made of ice and dust, while asteroids are made of rock and metal.

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What is the term for a planet that orbits a star outside our solar system?

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Exoplanet.

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What is the primary source of energy for the solar system?

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The Sun.

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What is the asteroid belt?

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A region between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter where most asteroids are found.