5th grade Space Review

Front

What is the shape of Earth's orbit around the sun?

Back

Elliptical

Front

Which planets are known as gas giants?

Back

Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

Front

Why do stars appear small in the night sky?

Back

They are far away from us.

Front

What does it mean for the Earth to revolve around the sun?

Back

It means that the Earth travels in a path around the sun, taking about 365 days to complete one full orbit.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is when an object spins on its axis, while revolution is when an object orbits around another object.

Front

Name the four terrestrial planets in our solar system.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What is the main source of light and heat for Earth?

Back

The Sun.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation on its axis?

Back

About 24 hours.

Front

What are the inner planets of the solar system?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

Front

What is a satellite?

Back

A satellite is an object that orbits around a planet, like the Moon orbits Earth.