The Inner Planets

The Inner Planets

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Science

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the inner planets of the Solar System?

Back

The inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. They are also known as terrestrial planets due to their rocky surfaces.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary characteristic of the geosphere?

Back

The geosphere includes all the land on Earth, both interior and exterior, encompassing rocks, minerals, and landforms.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation refers to the spinning of a planet on its axis, while revolution refers to the movement of a planet around its star.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the average distance from the Earth to the Sun?

Back

Approximately 93 million miles (150 million kilometers), also known as 1 Astronomical Unit (AU).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the planet Venus in terms of atmosphere?

Back

Venus has a thick atmosphere composed mainly of carbon dioxide, leading to a strong greenhouse effect and extremely high surface temperatures.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How long does it take for Mercury to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

Mercury takes about 88 Earth days to complete one revolution around the Sun.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the age of the Solar System?

Back

The Solar System is approximately 4.6 billion years old.

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