SCIENCE Topic 1.2 - THE PLANETS

Which planet is the smallest in our solar system?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars

Which planet is closest to the Sun?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars

How long is one day on Mercury compared to Earth?

• 60 Earth days
• 30 Earth days
• 90 Earth days
• 120 Earth days

Which planet is known as the hottest planet in our solar system?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars

Which planet has more than 1,600 active volcanoes?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars

Which planet spins in the opposite direction as Earth?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars

What percentage of Earth is covered in water?

• 50%
• 60%
• 70%
• 71%

Which planet is the only one known to support life?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars

Which planet is often called the "Red Planet"?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars

What is the tallest mountain in the Solar System found on?

• Mercury
• Venus
• Earth
• Mars