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Sky Science Review 2

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  • What is the layer between Earth and outer space called?
    The atmosphere.
  • Put the following in order from smallest to largest: Galaxy, Earth, Solar System, Universe.
    Earth, solar system, galaxy, universe.
  • What is one way that we have been able to learn about space?
    The ISS, space probes, satellites, rovers, etc.
  • Name an asterism.
    The big dipper, little dipper or Orion's Belt, etc.
  • True of false: It takes the moon 31 days to revolve around the Earth.
    False.
  • True of false? The sun is the largest star in our solar system.
    False. It is just the closest to us!
  • The sun appears to set in the _________?
    West.
  • Which constellation is known as the big bear?
    Ursa Major.
  • True or false: Pluto is the smallest planet.
    False. Pluto is now considered a dwarf planet.
  • Give an example of something in space that emits light
    Sun and stars.
  • What gives Neptune its blue colour?
    Methane gas.
  • Which constellation is known as the little bear?
    Ursa Minor.
  • We live in the ______________ hemisphere.
    Northern.
  • How many days are between each moon phase?
    3-4 days.
  • Which planets do not have rings?
    Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars.
  • Why are we able to see the moon from Earth?
    Because it reflects light from the sun.
  • What is the name of the triangular piece on a sundial that casts a shadow?
    A gnomon.
  • What does it mean if something emits light?
    To send off or give off light.
  • Which planet is bigger, Earth or Saturn?
    Saturn.
  • What is an acronym to remember the order of the planets?
    My Very Excellent Mother Just Sent Us Nachos.
  • Which star is closest to the Earth?
    The sun.
  • Our galaxy is known as a ____________ galaxy.
    Spiral.
  • Give an example of something in space that reflects light.
    Planets and moons.
  • The equator divides the Earth into ____________.
    Hemispheres.
  • Why do constellations appear to be moving in our night sky?
    Because the Earth is rotating on its axis.
  • List all of the planets that do not have rings.
    Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.
  • What is the imaginary line around the centre of the Earth called?
    The Equator.
  • What is the name of the device which allows us to tell time using the sun's shadow?
    A sundial.
  • Earth is tilted on its _________ by 23.5 degrees.
    Axis.
  • How many days are between the new moon phase and the full moon phase?
    14.
  • What color is Venus?
    Reddish.
  • How many moons does Mercury have?
    None!
  • Which planets are Jupiters neighbours?
    Mars and Saturn.
  • A planets natural satellite is known as?
    Its moon.
  • What does it mean if something reflects light?
    Light bounces off of it to make it visible.
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