Structure of the Universe

What is the name of the scientific theory that explains how the universe was created?

• The Balloon Theory

• The Big Explosion Theory

• The Big Bang Theory

• The Small Bang Theory

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-2

Which substance is responsible for the expansion of the universe?

• Dark energy

• Dark matter

• Ordinary matter

• None of the above

What are the four structures and systems of the universe?

• Galaxies

• Planetary Systems

• Stars

• Planets

• Light Years

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4

Includes all matter and space that exists...

• Planets

• Stars

• Moons

• Universe

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-2

What are the three types of galaxies?

• Elliptical

• Spiral

• Whimsical

• Irregular

What are the 3 major types of celestial bodies?

• Stars

• Moons

• Satellites

• Planets

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

A _____ is a large cloud of gas and dust in space where new stars form. 

• Planet

• Nebula

• Galaxy

• Sun

Earth’s sun and the objects that orbit it are part of a larger group of gas, dust, stars, and other space objects called the Milky Way. What is the Milky Way?

• a constellation

• a galaxy

• a solar system

• a void

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

A _____ is a large collection of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.   

• Planet

• Nebula

• Galaxy

• Sun

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

What is the largest known structure in the universe?

• A) Galaxy

• B) Supercluster

• C) Nebula

• D) Star Cluster