Unit 01: The Planets and Star formation

Light cannot escape the intense gravitational pull of a

Which planet has a more mass than the combined mass of all the remaining planets?

All stars, regardless of size, eventually

Which force is most responsible for the formation of a star?

Which of the following is NOT a terrestrial planet?

Which planet has a dense carbon dioxide atmosphere and high surface temperatures?

A star is said to be born when

What characteristic distinguishes Neptune from the other planets?

Which planet shows evidence of water erosion?

How old is our solar system?

Which of the following is NOT considered part of the solar system?

The small, rocky bodies found orbiting between Mars and Jupiter are known as

Which planet’s axis of rotation lies near parallel with the plane of its orbit? (it fell over)

Which of the following is NOT a Jovian planet?

Which stars are composed of matter in which electrons have combined with protons?

Massive stars terminate in a brilliant explosion called a

Jupiter’s Great Red Spot is believed to be a