Solar System Review

Front

What planet do we live on?

Back

Earth is the planet we live on.

Front

What is the imaginary line that Earth spins around called?

Back

The imaginary line is called the axis.

Front

Why does the sun seem to change position in the sky?

Back

The sun seems to change position due to Earth's rotation.

Front

Where is the sun located in our solar system?

Back

The sun is in the center of our solar system.

Front

Which 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 that Earth takes around the sun?

Back

The path is called an orbit.

Front

What do we call the time it takes for Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

One rotation takes about 24 hours, which is one day.

Front

What is the name of the fourth planet from the sun?

Back

Mars is the fourth planet from the sun.

Front

What is the main source of light and heat for our solar system?

Back

The sun is the main source of light and heat.

Front

What are the two types of planets in our solar system?

Back

The two types are terrestrial (rocky) planets and gas giants.