The Moon
What is a lunar eclipse
When earth gets between the sun and the moon, causing a shadow on the moon
What color is the surface of Mars
Red
What do people call meteors (it's entered our atmosphere)
Shooting stars
How does Jupiter protect our planet?
Jupiter's gravity attracts comets which might otherwise hit Earth
What gives Neptune its blue color?
Methane
What is the atmosphere like on the moon?
There is no atmosphere
How many moons does Mars have?
2
Phobos, Deimos
What is a meteor called when it hits Earth?
Meteorite
What is the Great Red Spot?
Giant storm on Jupiter that is bigger then Earth
What's the difference between a planet and a dwarf planet?
Dwarf planets do not have enough gravity to clear their surrounding area of space clutter
What is the color of the moon's sky during the daytime?
Black
What's the name of the biggest volcano in our solar system
Olympus Mons
Where is the asteroid belt found?
Between Mars and Jupiter
Which planet is considered Saturn's twin?
Jupiter
Which galaxy is Earth in?
The Milky Way
How does the moon affect earth's oceans?
It pulls on the ocean causing tides
How long does it take Mares to revolve around the sun?
687 Earth days
What does a comet leave behind as it orbits the sun?
Gas, dust, and dirt
What are Saturn's rings made of?
ice, rocks, boulders, and a few moons
What is the name of the North Star?
Polaris
Why are there likely footprint visible on the moon?
What gives Mars its red look?
Where have any meteorites been found on Earth?
Antarctica
Who named Saturn?
Named after the Roman god Saturn's
Who discovered Uranus?
William and Caroline Herschel