Solar System Flashcard 2

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What defines the outer edge of the solar system?

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The Oort Cloud is considered the outer edge of the solar system, containing icy bodies and comets.

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Which dwarf planet is located in the Kuiper Belt?

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Pluto is the dwarf planet located in the Kuiper Belt.

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What force holds all of the planets in orbit around the sun?

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Gravity is the force that holds all of the planets in orbit around the sun.

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Which planet is known as the hottest due to its thick atmosphere of carbon dioxide?

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Venus is known as the hottest planet due to its thick atmosphere of carbon dioxide.

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Which planet is famous for its extensive ring system?

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Saturn is famous for its extensive ring system.

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What is the Kuiper Belt?

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The Kuiper Belt is a region of the solar system beyond Neptune, populated with small icy bodies and dwarf planets.

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What is the main component of the Sun?

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The Sun is primarily composed of hydrogen (about 74%) and helium (about 24%).

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What is a comet?

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A comet is a small celestial body made of ice, dust, and rocky material that, when close to the Sun, develops a glowing coma and tail.

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What is the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region between Mars and Jupiter where most of the solar system's asteroids are found.

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What is the difference between a planet and a dwarf planet?

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A planet is a celestial body that orbits the sun and has cleared its orbit, while a dwarf planet has not cleared its orbit of other debris.