Formation of the solar system

Front

What happens to the pull of gravity as the distance between objects increases?

Back

The pull of gravity decreases.

Front

What is the relationship between a planet's distance from the sun and the time it takes to orbit the sun?

Back

The farther away a planet is from the sun, the longer it takes to orbit the sun once.

Front

What is a massive explosion of a star called?

Back

A supernova.

Front

What can be concluded about Jupiter's orbit compared to Earth's based on its distance from the sun?

Back

Jupiter has a larger orbit, and it takes a longer time to travel around the sun.

Front

How many known planets are in our solar system?

Back

There are 8 known planets in our solar system.

Front

What is the term for the cloud of gas and dust from which stars and planets form?

Back

A nebula.

Front

What is the center of our solar system?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What is the term for the path a planet takes around the sun?

Back

An orbit.

Front

Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet'?

Back

Mars.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.