Solar System Test Review

Front

What is the relationship between the sun, earth, and moon?

Back

The moon orbits the Earth, and Earth orbits around the sun.

Front

Why is it warmer in Ohio during the summer than in winter?

Back

Sunlight strikes Ohio more directly during the summer.

Front

What causes the alternating day and night cycle on Earth?

Back

The Earth makes a full rotation on its axis in 24 hours.

Front

What is a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern called?

Back

Constellation.

Front

What objects are most likely found between Mars and Jupiter?

Back

Asteroids.

Front

What is the center of our solar system?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What are the four terrestrial planets in our solar system?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.

Front

What is the term for a planet that orbits the sun and is not a star?

Back

Planet.

Front

What is the name of the fifth planet from the sun?

Back

Jupiter.