2. Solar Flashcards by Rachael Ogden | Brainscape

Q

How many planets are there is our solar system?

A

There are 8 planets in our solar system

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Q

Why is the Moon classified as a satellite?

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The moon is classified as a satellite because:

It ORBITS a planet

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Q

How are planets and moons similar?

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Plants and moons are similar because

Their ORBITS are CIRCULAR
They DO NOT EMIT visible light

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