Solar System - Planets and More

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1.
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What is the composition of the outer planets?
Back
The outer planets are primarily gaseous.
2.
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What shape do comets' orbits take?
Back
Comets have elliptical (oval) orbits.
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NGSS.HS-ESS1-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are asteroids?
Back
Asteroids are pieces of rock that were too small to become a planet or dwarf planet, often irregularly shaped and can have small moons.
4.
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Where are most dwarf planets located?
Back
Most dwarf planets can be found in the Kuiper Belt.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What do comets, asteroids, and meteors have in common?
Back
They all orbit the Sun.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the four terrestrial planets in our solar system?
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Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are gas giants?
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Gas giants are large planets that are primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, including Jupiter and Saturn.
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