5th Grade Space Science

Front

What are the inner planets?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

Front

What does the diagram show?

Back

Phases of the Moon

Front

Why does the Sun appear larger and brighter on Earth than other stars?

Back

It is the closest star to Earth.

Front

What is a true statement about the four planets closest to the Sun?

Back

They are all small and rocky.

Front

What is a true statement about the four outer planets?

Back

They are large and made of gases.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter

Front

What are the four outer planets?

Back

Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

Front

What is the main source of light and heat for Earth?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is a comet?

Back

A small icy body that, when passing close to the Sun, heats up and begins to release gases, forming a glowing coma and sometimes a tail.

Front

What is the difference between a planet and a star?

Back

A planet orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star generates light and heat through nuclear fusion.