The Solar System Flashcards
1
Q
Which galaxy is our solar system in?
A
The Milky Way
2
Q
How many planets are in our solar system?
A
8
3
Q
What is a terrestrial planet primarily made of?
A
Silicate rocks or metals
4
Q
What is a gas giant composed of?
A
Mostly gases, such as hydrogen or helium, with a relatively small rocky core
5
Q
Name the 8 planets of the solar system
A
Mercury
Venus
Earth
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
Uranus
Neptune
6
Q
The Sun
A
The only star in our solar system
7
Q
Dwarf Planets
A
Very Small Planets
Do not have moons
E.g. Pluto
