SOL 4.5 Solar System

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What are the inner planets made of?

Back

The inner planets are made mostly of rock.

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How are galaxies classified?

Back

Galaxies are classified by their shape.

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What is an example of a rotating object?

Back

A spinning top demonstrates how a rotating object spins.

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What is the First Quarter phase of the moon?

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The First Quarter is when half of the moon is illuminated and visible from Earth.

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What is a waxing crescent moon?

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A waxing crescent moon is the phase when a small sliver of the moon is illuminated and increasing in size.

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What are the outer planets made of?

Back

The outer planets are mostly made of gas.

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Name the four phases of the moon.

Back

The four phases of the moon are New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Last Quarter.

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What is the shape of a spiral galaxy?

Back

A spiral galaxy has a pinwheel shape with arms that spiral out from the center.

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What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

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A waxing moon is increasing in illumination, while a waning moon is decreasing.

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What is a full moon?

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A full moon is when the entire face of the moon is illuminated and visible from Earth.