Unit 9 Solar System Summative Flashcardiz

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What is a waxing moon?

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A waxing moon is the phase of the moon when the illuminated part is increasing, appearing brighter on the right side.

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What gases make the Sun hot and bright?

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The Sun is primarily made up of helium and hydrogen gases.

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What causes tides on Earth?

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Tides are caused by the gravitational interaction of Earth, the moon, and the sun.

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What is a meteorite?

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A meteorite is a piece of rock from space that survives its passage through the atmosphere and lands on Earth.

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What is a meteor?

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A meteor is the streak of light produced when a chunk of rock from space burns up in the Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the difference between a meteor and a meteorite?

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A meteor is the light phenomenon seen when a rock burns up in the atmosphere, while a meteorite is the actual rock that lands on Earth.

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What is the role of the moon in the solar system?

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The moon influences tides on Earth and stabilizes the planet's axial tilt.

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What is an asteroid?

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An asteroid is a small rocky body that orbits the sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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What is the solar system?

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The solar system is a collection of celestial bodies, including the sun, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, bound by gravity.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.