sun and earth

Front

What happens to our shadow when the sun is low in the sky?

Back

It gets longer.

Front

What are the names of the inner planets?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

Front

The inner planets are small, dense, and have rocky surfaces. True or False?

Back

True.

Front

The star at the center of our solar system is the _________________.

Back

sun.

Front

Earth is tilted as it revolves around the sun which gives us seasons. What season is it in North America when it is letter D?

Back

Winter.

Front

What is the main source of light and heat for Earth?

Back

The sun.

Front

What are the outer planets known for?

Back

They are large, gas giants with no solid surface.

Front

Name the four seasons experienced on Earth.

Back

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter.

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of Earth on its axis.

Front

What is an orbit?

Back

The path an object takes as it revolves around another object in space.