Chapter 11 Lesson 2 Review

Front

On which planet does a day last longer than a year?

Back

Venus

Front

Which planet is the smallest and closest to the sun?

Back

Mercury

Front

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of terrestrial planets?

Back

They are made of gas and ice.

Front

Which planet is about the same size as Earth?

Back

Venus

Front

What is the core of Mercury made of?

Back

Iron and nickel.

Front

What are terrestrial planets?

Back

Planets that have solid outer layers and are closest to the Sun.

Front

Name the four terrestrial planets in our solar system.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What is the main difference between terrestrial and gas giant planets?

Back

Terrestrial planets have solid surfaces, while gas giants are mostly made of gas.

Front

Which planet has the hottest surface temperature?

Back

Venus.

Front

What is the atmosphere of Venus primarily composed of?

Back

Carbon dioxide.