Solar System Formation

Solar System Formation

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9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Solar Nebula Condensation Theory?

Back

A theory on how the solar system was formed.

2.

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Front

Where in our solar system would you expect to find a planet that is mostly made of gas?

Back

Very far from the sun.

3.

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Front

Where would you expect to find a planet that is small, dense, and rocky?

Back

Close to the sun.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What event led to the formation of the moon?

Back

A planetesimal smashed into Earth, spreading debris that accreted to form the moon.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Are the rocks on Earth's surface leftover from when the solar system first formed?

Back

False.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are gas giants?

Back

Planets that are mostly made of gas, typically found far from the sun.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are terrestrial planets?

Back

Small, dense, and rocky planets, typically found close to the sun.

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