Our Solar System

The planet that looks a lot like our moon because of all the craters is

Because of an iron oxide mineral found on its surface, it is called, "The Red Planet"

Our galaxy is called

The large red oval visible on Jupiter is a

In order, name the four planets that are furthest from the sun.

What is at the center of our Solar System?

How long does it take the Earth to make 1 complete spin on its axis?

Showed that planets and moons stayed in orbit due to gravity

In order, name the four planets that are closest to the sun.

Which planet spins on its side? (horizontal axis)

How long does it take the Earth to make 1 complete trip around the sun?

Which planet has the hottest temperatures due to a thick atmosphere made mostly of carbon dioxide?

developed a theory of a sun-centered universe

The way a planet travels around the sun is called _________________.

Why does the moon appear bright in the night sky?

The four smaller planets are mostly made out of ____________?

This planet is located in the Goldilocks zone and is the only planet known to support life

About how long does it take the moon to orbit (go around) the Earth?

One characteristic that all the gas giants have in common is

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

The way a planet spins on its axis is called _______________.

Developed a theory of an Earth centered universe

Our Sun is actually ______________.

This is located between Mars and Jupiter

The four larger planets are made most out of ___________.