Solar System and Earth's Atmosphere

Which of the following are traits or characteristics of our solar system? Choose all that are correct. Hint: Only select the items that are present in or a part of our solar system.

• Presence of Water

• Atmosphere

• Proximity to the Sun

• Magnetic Field

What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by water?

• 50 percent

• 60 percent

• 70 percent

• 80 percent

What protects life from charged particles of the solar wind?

• Atmosphere

• Magnetosphere

• Hydrosphere

• Lithosphere

What can you use to see information all around the globe?

• Binoculars

• Telescopes, satellites, and unmanned probes

• Microscopes

• Cameras

What happens if the temperature is too extreme?

• More life forms appear

• No life exists

• Life thrives

• Plants grow faster

What keeps extreme temperatures steady in the atmosphere?

• Carbon dioxide

• Atmospheric gas

• Water vapor

• Dust particles

What does ozone in the atmosphere help keep clear?

• Infrared radiation

• Ultraviolet radiation

• Visible light

• Radio waves

What was once on the surface of Mars according to the text?

• Vegetation

• Water

• Ice

• Sand dunes

What is the effect of proximity to the Sun on temperature?

• It makes the temperature constant

• Closer proximity to the Sun increases the temperature

• It has no effect on temperature

• It decreases the temperature

What is true about the celestial bodies in our solar system?

• They are all the same size

• They all have water

• They can be solid, liquid, or gas

• They are all made of rock