Mercury and Venus Flashcard

Mercury and Venus Flashcard

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the first spacecraft to visit Mercury and map just over half of its surface?

Back

Mariner

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many Earth days are in one year on Mercury?

Back

88

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Was MESSENGER the first space probe sent to Mercury to map its surface?

Back

False

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of planet is Venus?

Back

Rocky/Terrestrial

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why can't astronomers directly study the surface of Venus?

Back

The surface is permanently obscured by thick clouds.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the average surface temperature of Venus?

Back

About 467 degrees Celsius (872 degrees Fahrenheit).

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary component of Venus's atmosphere?

Back

Carbon dioxide.

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