Astronomy Review Pt. 1

Which theory stated that the sun was the center of the solar system?

• Big Bang Theory

• Heliocentric Theory

• Geocentric Theory

• Oscillating Theory

Which astronomer was known for proposing the Heliocentric Theory?

• Isaac Newton

• Claudius Ptolomy

• Nicolaus Copernicus

• Galileo Galilei

Which astronomer was known for proposing the Geocentric Theory and creating maps of the earth using latitude and longitude?

• Isaac Newton

• Claudius Ptolomy

• Nicolaus Copernicus

• Galileo Galilei

Which theory stated that Earth was the center of the solar system?

• Big Bang Theory

• Heliocentric Theory

• Geocentric Theory

• Oscillating Theory

Which theory is used to explain the formation of the universe?

• Big Bang Theory

• Heliocentric Theory

• Geocentric Theory

• Creation Theory

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS1-2

Which of the following are true of our Milky Way Galaxy?

• It is spiral in shape.

• It contains billions of stars.

• It is made up of one- and two-star systems, as well as gases and dust.

• All of the above.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

Where is our solar system located in the Milky Way Galaxy?

• In the center.

• In the outer rim.

• Outside the galaxy.

• It isn't part of the Milky Way Galaxy.

True or False?

Our universe contains billions of galaxies.

• True

• False

Bodies, natural satellites that orbit the Sun

• Sun
• Planets
• Moon
• Stars

The third planet from the Sun

• Mercury
• Neptune
• Venus
• Earth

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-3