Planets

Front

What is the main reason the planets are not equally distanced from each other?

Back

The planets have different orbits around the sun, which results in varying distances between them.

Front

Which planet is known as the 'Blue Planet'?

Back

Earth is known as the 'Blue Planet' due to its abundant water.

Front

What are the four inner planets called?

Back

The four inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

Front

What are the outer planets also known as?

Back

The outer planets are also known as gas giants.

Front

Name the largest planet in our solar system.

Back

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

Front

What is the shape of a planet's orbit?

Back

A planet's orbit is in the shape of an ellipse.

Front

Which planet is known for its rings?

Back

Saturn is known for its prominent rings.

Front

What is the term for a planet's path around the sun?

Back

The term for a planet's path around the sun is its orbit.

Front

Which planet is closest to the sun?

Back

Mercury is the closest planet to the sun.

Front

What do we call the small rocky bodies that orbit the sun between Mars and Jupiter?

Back

These small rocky bodies are called asteroids.