Review- Astronomy Pt. 1

Front

What is the movement of the Earth around the Sun called?

Back

Revolution.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

One year.

Front

What is the name of the closest star to Earth?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What is the order of the planets in the solar system?

Back

My Very Educated Mother Just Served Us Nachos.

Front

What are the inner planets made of?

Back

Rocky surfaces.

Front

What is the term for the path an object takes as it moves around another object in space?

Back

Orbit.

Front

What is the force that pulls objects toward each other?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What is inertia?

Back

The tendency of a moving object to keep moving in a straight line.

Front

What are the outer planets known for?

Back

Having gas surfaces and rings.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.