Solar System (Topic 4 SAVVAS)

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What keeps the planets in orbit in our solar system?

Back

Gravity from the Sun.

Front

Which planet is described as much bigger than Earth, mostly gas, generally round, has many moons, and is closer than Saturn to Earth?

Back

Jupiter.

Front

What is the correct order of the first four planets in the Solar System, starting with the planet closest to the sun?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What conclusion can be drawn about planets far from the Sun?

Back

Planets far from the Sun are usually larger.

Front

What force is most responsible for the path an asteroid follows in the solar system?

Back

The gravitational pull from the Sun.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.

Front

What is the main component of the Sun?

Back

Hydrogen and Helium.

Front

What is the term for the path that planets take around the Sun?

Back

Orbit.

Front

What is the name of the galaxy that contains our solar system?

Back

The Milky Way.

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

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