Unit 9: Characteristics of the Solar System Flashcards
1
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A mixture of gases that surrounds a planet or moon.
A
Atmosphere
2
Q
A force of attraction between objects that is due to their masses
A
Gravity
3
Q
Changes that must be made in an environment to maintain livable conditions for humans
A
Accomodations
4
Q
Humans on board space craft
A
Manned-Space Exploration
5
Q
Continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it
A
Pressure
6
Q
Closeness
A
Proximity
7
Q
The energy we get from the sun, includes infrared and ultraviolet energy
A
Radiant Energy
8
Q
Measurement of heat
A
Temperature
9
Q
Sun, planets, and all the other objects that revolve around the sun
A
Solar System
10
Q
Condition in which people or objects appear to be weightless
A
Micro Gravity
11
Q
Range of orbit around a star in which a plant can support liquid water
A
Habitable zone
