Planets and Constellations Flashcard (M)

Front

What is the name of the galaxy that contains most of the stars we see at night?

Back

Milky Way

Front

What process occurs when hydrogen turns into helium in the Sun?

Back

Energy is released.

Front

Which galaxy is the Sun located in?

Back

Milky Way

Front

What is Ursa Major also known as?

Back

Great Bear

Front

What color are the hottest stars?

Back

Blue

Front

What is a constellation?

Back

A group of stars forming a recognizable pattern.

Front

What is the closest star to Earth?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What is the main component of the Sun?

Back

Hydrogen.

Front

What do we call the path that planets take around the Sun?

Back

Orbit.

Front

What is the largest planet in our Solar System?

Back

Jupiter.