Jupiter and/or the Galilean Moons Flashcards
Of the following, which planet still has its primary atmosphere?
Jupiter
Which moon is the largest in our Solar System?
Ganymede
What is the Great Red Spot on Jupiter?
a large persistent anticyclonic storm
What type of Planet is Jupiter?
Gas Giant
Which planet has the strongest magnetic field?
Jupiter
Jupiter’s cloud belts and zones are made primarily of
Ammonia crystals, Sulfur, Mixtures of the two compounds ALL OF THE ABOVE
How long is Jupiter’s rotational period?
10 hours
The moon “Europa” has an outer shell made of what?
water ice
Which of the following is NOT a Galilean Moon?
Gaderene
What is the rotational period of Jupiter?
9 hours 56 minutes
Why can’t we land on Jupiter?
The surface is liquid hydrogen
How many moons does Jupiter have in total?
67
How long is Jupiter’s orbital period?
11.9 years
Which is TRUE about Jupiter?
Larger mass but lower density than Earth
Which Galilean Moon is dominated by impact craters?
Callisto
Which Galilean moon would be most likely to host life?
Europa
Which Galilean moon is known for its rocky and volcanic surface?
Io
What are the 4 moons of Jupiter?
Io, Callisto, Ganymede, Europa
On Jupiter, the strongest winds are equatorial westerlies, which have speeds of _______ km/h.
550 km/h
How many Jupiters could be placed in the sun?
1000
