Sun
Why does the Sun look brighter than other stars?
The sun is the closest star to Earth.
Which moon phase comes right after the new moon?
Waxing crescent
If two stars are the same size, but Star A is closer to us than Star B, which star looks brighter?
Star A
Which way does Earth's gravity pull things?
Down
What is the name of the galaxy that Earth is part of?
The Milky Way
What happens to a shadow's length during the day?
It gets shorter midday and longer in the morning and evening.
How is the surface of the moon different from the surface of Earth?
Doesn't have air or weather, no mountains, rivers, etc.
Why do some stars only show up in the night sky during certain months?
Earth's position changes as it moves around the Sun.
If you can jump 1 meter high on Earth, what would happen if you try to jump on a planet where the gravity is much weaker?
What is a meteor?
Small chunks of rock that
travel through space.
Why do we experience different seasons like summer and winter throughout the year?
The Earth's tilt changes the amount of sunlight different parts of the Earth receive.
Why can't we always see the whole lit-up part of the moon?
We can't always see the whole lit-up part of the moon because both the moon and Earth are constantly spinning. As a result, our view of the moon's illuminated side changes, leading to different phases of the moon.
What is the main reason some stars look brighter than others?
Which planet in our solar system is considered a dwarf planet? Why?
Pluto. It is too small to be considered a planet.
What is a comet?
Large objects made of dust and
ice that orbit the Sun. Best known
for their long, streaming tails.
Why does the Sun appear to be brighter than other stars, even though some of those stars are larger? Consider the Sun's relative distance from Earth in your answer.
The Sun is much closer to Earth. Even though some stars are larger, they are farther away, so they appear less bright.
How long does it take for the moon to go around Earth once?
29 days
What is a star?
A ball of gas in space that produces light and heat.
Why do the planets orbit the Sun?
The Sun has a gravitational pull on the planets.
What is an asteroid?
A large rock floating in space,
often in groups or belts.
object that is in direct orbit of
the Sun.
What happens when one side of the Earth is tilted toward the Sun?
When one side of the Earth is tilted towards the Sun, the Sun's rays hit that part of the Earth more directly, resulting in warmer temperatures and longer days. This corresponds to the season of summer.
What causes the changes in the moon's appearance that we call moon phases?
The changes in the moon's appearance, or moon phases, are caused by the positions of the moon, Earth, and the sun in relation to each other.
What are the three main categories of stars?
Dwarf, giant, supergiant
How many planets are in our solar system?
8
How far does the universe extend?
The observable universe extends about 46.5 billion light-years in every direction, but the full universe likely has no edge and may be infinite.