Flashcard-The Solar System

Front

What direction does a comet's tail always point?

Back

Away from the Sun.

Front

List the planets in order from the Sun.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune.

Front

Which planet has the largest temperature range?

Back

Mercury.

Front

What is Pluto classified as?

Back

A dwarf planet that is part of the Kuiper Belt.

Front

What do dark comets resemble and how do they behave?

Back

They look like asteroids but act like comets.

Front

What is the closest planet to the Sun?

Back

Mercury.

Front

Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

Back

Mars.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.

Front

Which planet is known for its rings?

Back

Saturn.

Front

What is the main component of the Sun?

Back

Hydrogen.