Planets Flashcard Review

Front

What is a celestial object that orbits a planet known as?

Back

The Moon

Front

Which planet has a magnetosphere that deflects harmful electromagnetic rays from the sun?

Back

Earth

Front

What is the term for the four closest planets to the Sun?

Back

Inner planets

Front

What is located at the center of some planets?

Back

Rocky core

Front

How does the distance between two objects affect the force of gravity?

Back

The closer the two objects are, the more gravitational force they have.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter

Front

Which planet is known for its rings?

Back

Saturn

Front

What is the term for the path a planet takes around the Sun?

Back

Orbit

Front

Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

Back

Mars

Front

What is the main component of the Sun?

Back

Hydrogen