4 Questions
What are small, rocky objects that orbit the sun and are often referred to as minor planets?
Asteroids
Which of the following is characterized by a glowing head and a long, bright tail when close to the sun?
Comets
What are small rocks or particles that are the remnants of comets or asteroids and can produce meteor showers when entering the Earth's atmosphere?
Meteoroids
Which are large bodies that orbit the sun and are not classified as either a star or a moon?
Planets
Study Notes
Solar System Objects
- Asteroids are small, rocky objects that orbit the sun and are often referred to as minor planets.
- Comets are characterized by a glowing head and a long, bright tail when close to the sun.
- Meteoroids are small rocks or particles that are the remnants of comets or asteroids and can produce meteor showers when entering the Earth's atmosphere.
- Planets are large bodies that orbit the sun and are not classified as either a star or a moon.
Test your knowledge about comets, asteroids, and meteors with this quiz. Learn about the characteristics and differences of these small rocky objects, including their orbits, appearances, and effects on Earth.
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