Points of Light Unit Assessment

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What is the Sun made of?

Back

The Sun is made up of hot burning gases.

Front

What is the closest star to Earth?

Back

The Sun is the closest star to Earth.

Front

What type of energy does the Sun provide for Earth?

Back

The most important type of energy the Sun provides for Earth is light.

Front

Why does Sirius appear brighter than Pollux in the night sky?

Back

Sirius appears brighter than Pollux because Sirius is closer to Earth than Pollux.

Front

Where does the Sun's energy come from?

Back

The Sun's energy comes from within itself.

Front

What is a star?

Back

A star is a massive, luminous sphere of plasma held together by gravity.

Front

What is the difference between a star and a planet?

Back

A star produces its own light, while a planet reflects light from a star.

Front

What is the brightness of a star affected by?

Back

The brightness of a star is affected by its distance from Earth and its size.

Front

What is the term for a group of stars that form a pattern?

Back

A constellation is a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern.

Front

What is the hottest type of star?

Back

The hottest type of star is a blue star.