space science review

space science review

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a supernova?

Back

A supernova is the final explosive stage in the life cycle of a massive star, resulting in a bright burst of light and the ejection of the star's outer layers.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a White Dwarf?

Back

A white dwarf is the remnant of a low to medium mass star that has exhausted its nuclear fuel and shed its outer layers.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What occurs during the Autumnal/Vernal Equinoxes?

Back

During the Autumnal and Vernal Equinoxes, day and night are approximately equal in length.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the tilt of the Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth is responsible for the changing seasons; without it, there would be no seasons.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What color represents the lowest surface temperature of stars?

Back

Red represents the lowest surface temperature of stars.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a nebula?

Back

A nebula is a giant cloud of dust and gas in space, often the birthplace of stars.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a black hole?

Back

A black hole is a region in space where the gravitational pull is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it.

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