Solar System Unit Test Review

Front

What is the order of the INNER planets from closest to farthest from the sun?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

Front

What must a planet's atmosphere contain for life as we know it to exist?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What are irregular celestial bodies made of rock and metal, usually found between Mars and Jupiter?

Back

Asteroids

Front

Which planet is known to sustain life?

Back

Earth

Front

What happens to gravitational force if an object has more mass?

Back

It will have more gravitational force.

Front

What are the four INNER planets of the solar system?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

Front

What is the primary gas that supports life on Earth?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What is the difference between INNER and OUTER planets?

Back

INNER planets are rocky and closer to the sun, while OUTER planets are gas giants and farther from the sun.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter

Front

What is the significance of the asteroid belt?

Back

It separates the INNER planets from the OUTER planets and contains many irregular celestial bodies.