Planets
What makes up the inner planets?
rock
What do we call millions of space rocks together?
asteroid
How many stars are in space?
billions
What was the first living thing the United States sent into space?
ape
How long do the astronauts stay on the ISS?
6 months
What makes up the outer planets?
gases
The cluster of asteroids together is called.....
the asteroid belt
What galaxy do we live in?
Milky Way Galaxy
Who was the first astronaut to walk on the moon?
Neil Armstrong
Why do astronauts need to exercise in space?
keep their muscles in shape
Which planets have a ring around them?
The outer planets
What is the most famous comet?
Halley's Comet
How many constellations are there?
88 constallations
What is the hardest challenge that rockets have to get into space?
gravity
Why do astronauts need to scrape the water off them when they shower?
There is no gravity to allow the water to drip off.
Which planet is closest to the sun?
Mercury
What do we call a meteoroid when it enters Earth's atmosphere?
meteor
Where do you look to see the star Polaris?
North Pole
Who was the second astronaut to walk on the moon?
Buzz Aldrin
Name one hobby astronauts can do on the ISS.
play the key board or guitar, basketball, read a book, watch a show on their computer
Which planet is farthest from the sun?
Neptune
How often can we see Halley's Comet?
every 76 years
What did Galileo invent?
telescope
Who was the first African-American female astronaut in space?
Mae Jemison
What happens to the garbage from the ISS?
It burns up on it's way back to the ISS.