Solar System Checkpoint Flashcard

Front

What is the only planet that has water in all three states (solid, liquid, gas)?

Back

Earth.

Front

What separates the inner planets from the outer planets in our solar system?

Back

The asteroid belt.

Front

Name the four inner planets of the solar system.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What are the outer planets also known as?

Back

Gas giants.

Front

Which planet is known for its prominent rings?

Back

Saturn.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter.

Front

Which planet is closest to the Sun?

Back

Mercury.

Front

What is the main component of the Sun?

Back

Hydrogen.

Front

What is the term for a celestial body that orbits a planet?

Back

Moon.

Front

Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

Back

Mars.