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What is the average distance of 1 AU in kilometers?
What is the average distance of 1 AU in kilometers?
Which planet is not classified as a terrestrial planet?
Which planet is not classified as a terrestrial planet?
What significant feature distinguishes Jovian planets from terrestrial planets?
What significant feature distinguishes Jovian planets from terrestrial planets?
Which of the following statements about Pluto is true?
Which of the following statements about Pluto is true?
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Which galaxy is the Solar System located near?
Which galaxy is the Solar System located near?
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What is one characteristic of terrestrial planets?
What is one characteristic of terrestrial planets?
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What is the average shape of the Earth described as?
What is the average shape of the Earth described as?
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What is the approximate mean radius of the Earth in kilometers?
What is the approximate mean radius of the Earth in kilometers?
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How many planets are classified in the Solar System?
How many planets are classified in the Solar System?
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Which of the following is not considered a dwarf planet?
Which of the following is not considered a dwarf planet?
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Study Notes
Our Solar System
- Composed of the Sun and objects orbiting it (planets, moons, etc.)
- Located near the edge of the Milky Way galaxy
- The Milky Way is a large, disk-shaped galaxy
- Galaxies are groups of stars held together by gravity
- Galaxies vary in size, shape, and density
Solar System Details
- AU (Astronomical Unit): Average distance between Earth and Sun (approximately 150 million km)
- The Sun contains 99% of the solar system's mass
Planets
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Spherical objects orbiting the Sun
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Orbit on a specific path
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Eight planets in our solar system, divided into inner and outer
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Inner Planets (terrestrial planets):
- Primarily made of rock and metal
- Smaller in size
- Few or no rings
- Few or no moons
- Examples include Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars
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Outer Planets (Jovian or gas giants):
- Mostly made of hydrogen and helium
- Larger in size
- Have many rings and moons
- Examples include Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune
Earth's Properties
- Shape: Oblate spheroid (slightly flattened at the poles)
- Mean radius: 6,371 km
- Circumference at the equator: 40,075 km
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Description
Explore the fascinating details of our solar system, including the Sun's massive influence, the division of planets into inner and outer categories, and unique characteristics of each planet. This quiz covers the basics of celestial bodies within our solar system and their relationships. Test your knowledge on how our solar system operates within the Milky Way galaxy.
