11: The Giant Planets

Question 1

chemical changes caused by electromagnetic radiation

Answer 1

photochemistry

Question 2

the radiation emitted by charged particles being accelerated in magnetic fields and moving at speeds near that of light

Answer 2

synchrotron radiation

Question 3

occurrence every 175 years when outer planets are all in alignment on the same side of the Sun, allowing a spacecraft to visit each using gravity-assisted flybys

Answer 3

Grand Tour

Question 4

any material made up primarily of iron, silicon, and oxygen

Answer 4

rock

Question 5

materials composed primarily of the elements carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen in combination with hydrogen

Answer 5

ice

Question 6

largest storm system on Jupiter, located in southern hemisphere - has continued to shrink since first being observed over 300 years ago

Answer 6

Great Red Spot