Unit 5 Review

Front

What is the primary force that governs the motion of planets around the Sun?

Back

Gravity is the primary force that governs the motion of planets around the Sun.

Front

Where is the Kuiper Belt located in our solar system?

Back

The Kuiper Belt is located beyond Neptune.

Front

What are two characteristics of outer planets compared to inner planets?

Back

Outer planets are larger and take longer to revolve around the Sun than inner planets.

Front

How does water contribute to the existence of life on Earth?

Back

Water acts as a solvent for biochemical reactions, which is essential for life.

Front

How does gravity influence the tides on Earth?

Back

Gravity causes the tides to occur due to the gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun.

Front

What is the definition of gravity?

Back

Gravity is the force that attracts two bodies towards each other, depending on their masses and the distance between them.

Front

What are the inner planets of our solar system?

Back

The inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

Front

What are the outer planets of our solar system?

Back

The outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

Front

What role does the Sun play in the solar system?

Back

The Sun is the central star that provides light and heat, influencing the orbits of planets and other celestial bodies.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of a planet on its axis, while revolution is the movement of a planet around the Sun.