Planets and Constellations Flashcard (M)

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What is at the center of the Solar System?

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The Sun is at the center of the Solar System.

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A constellation is a group of visible ____ that form a pattern when viewed from Earth.

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A constellation is a group of visible stars that form a pattern when viewed from Earth.

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True or False: Ursa Major is also called 'Great Bear' and is one of the largest constellations.

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True

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What are the three important constellations?

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The three important constellations are Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, and Orion.

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What is the smallest planet in the solar system?

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Mercury is the smallest planet in the solar system.

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What is a planet?

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A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris.

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What is a constellation?

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A constellation is a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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Name one characteristic of the planet Jupiter.

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Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system and is known for its Great Red Spot.

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What is the Milky Way?

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The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our Solar System.

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

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A planet orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star generates light and heat through nuclear fusion.