Earth and Space Science

This is an example of:

• an elliptical galaxy.

• a spiral galaxy.

• a supernova remnant.

• a planetary nebula.

This is the study of the Earth and its neighbors in space.

• Earth Science

• Environmental Science

• Meteorology

• Astronomy

This is the study of the objects beyond Earth's atmosphere.

• Astronomy

• Meteorology

• Earth Science

• Oceanography

This is the study of the materials that make up Earth.

• Astronomy

• Meteorology

• Geology

• Oceanography

Which of the following scientists studies the rocks under our feet?

• Astronomer

• Geologist

• Oceanographer

• Meteorologist

This is the study of the forces and processes that cause the atmosphere conditions to change and produce weather.

• Astronomy

• Meteorology

• Earth Science

• Oceanography

What is the layer of Earth that is composed mostly of iron and nickel and is responsible for Earth's magnetic field?

• A) Crust

• B) Mantle

• C) Outer Core

• D) Inner Core

Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet' due to its reddish appearance?

• A) Venus

• B) Mars

• C) Jupiter

• D) Saturn

What is the term for the path that a celestial body follows as it travels around another body in space?

• A) Orbit

• B) Axis

• C) Rotation

• D) Revolution

Which of the following is the largest planet in our solar system?

• A) Earth

• B) Mars

• C) Jupiter

• D) Saturn