The Solar System

Front

How many planets are in our solar system?

Back

There are eight planets in our solar system.

Front

What is the path called that planets travel on around the sun?

Back

The path is called an orbit.

Front

Which is the smallest planet in our solar system?

Back

Mercury is the smallest planet.

Front

Which planet is closest to the sun?

Back

Mercury is the closest planet to the sun.

Front

Is Mercury the hottest planet?

Back

No, Mercury is not the hottest planet. It gets freezing cold at night.

Front

Which planet is the hottest?

Back

Venus is the hottest planet.

Front

What natural features does Venus have?

Back

Venus has active volcanoes.

Front

Which planet is known as our home?

Back

Earth is our home.

Front

What is unique about Earth compared to other planets?

Back

Earth is the only planet known to have living things.

Front

What covers most of Earth?

Back

Most of Earth is covered by water.