The Solar System- 3.9B PRE TEST

Front

Which planet is closest to the sun?

Back

Mercury is the closest planet to the sun.

Front

What are the planets closest to the Sun made mostly of?

Back

The planets closest to the Sun are made mostly of rock.

Front

Which planet is the same size as Earth and is the brightest of all planets?

Back

Venus is the same size as Earth and is the brightest planet.

Front

What is one full orbit of an object around another object called?

Back

One full orbit is called a revolution.

Front

Which planet is third from the sun?

Back

Earth is the third planet from the sun.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

Front

What is the term for the path an object takes as it revolves around another object?

Back

The path is called an orbit.

Front

Which planet is known for its rings?

Back

Saturn is known for its beautiful rings.

Front

What is the smallest planet in our solar system?

Back

Mercury is the smallest planet in our solar system.

Front

What do we call the force that keeps planets in orbit around the sun?

Back

The force is called gravity.