Earth and Space Science Quiz

What is the primary source of energy that drives the cycling of Earth's materials?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• Earth's core

• Ocean currents

What force is primarily responsible for the motion of planets in the solar system?

• Electromagnetic force

• Nuclear force

• Gravity

• Friction

What is the term for the phase of the moon when it is completely illuminated as seen from Earth?

• New Moon

• First Quarter

• Full Moon

• Last Quarter

Which planet is the largest in our solar system?

• Earth

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Venus

Which of the following best describes the role of gravity in the solar system?

• It causes the planets to spin on their axes.

• It keeps the planets in orbit around the Sun.

• It creates the light emitted by the Sun.

• It causes the seasons on Earth.

Which of the following is a cyclic pattern caused by the Earth-sun-moon system?

• Solar flares

• Lunar phases

• Earthquakes

• Ocean currents

Which celestial body is primarily responsible for the tides on Earth?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• Jupiter

• Mars

What is the term for the path that a planet follows around the Sun?

• Axis

• Equator

• Orbit

• Trajectory

Which of the following is the largest?

• Galaxy

• Sun

• Solar System

• Universe

Which of the following best describes the Milky Way?

• A planet

• A solar system

• A galaxy

• A constellation