Astronomy Basics Flashcards

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What are stars?

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Stars are balls of burning gases.

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How many planets are in the Solar System?

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The Solar System has 8 planets.

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Is the sun a star or a planet?

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The sun is a star

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What is the name of our galaxy?

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The Milky Way Galaxy

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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What is the largest planet in our Solar System?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in our Solar System.

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What is the smallest planet in our Solar System?

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Mercury is the smallest planet in our Solar System.

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What is the hottest planet in our Solar System?

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Venus is the hottest planet in our Solar System.

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Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

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Mars is known as the Red Planet.