Earth and Space Flashcard

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun?

Back

365 days

Front

What is the primary component of a comet's nucleus?

Back

Ice and dust

Front

What force keeps the planets in orbit around the Sun?

Back

Gravitational force

Front

Which planet is known for having the most extensive ring system?

Back

Saturn

Front

Which of the following best describes the shape of planetary orbits in our solar system?

Back

Elliptical

Front

What is the term for the path an object takes as it moves around another object in space?

Back

Orbit

Front

What is the name of the galaxy that contains our solar system?

Back

The Milky Way Galaxy

Front

What is the term for a large body of ice and dust that orbits the Sun?

Back

Comet

Front

What is the main reason for the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis

Front

What is the term for the force that attracts two bodies toward each other?

Back

Gravity