Planets
How many planets are there in our solar system?
8
This constellation looks like a big bear.
Ursa Major
What is another name for the North Star that always points North?
Polaris
What planet is famous for having a ring around it?
Saturn
What planet is closest to the sun?
Mercury
What is a constellation?
A group of stars that form a pattern in the sky.
Is the sun a celestial object?
Yes.
What is the Gregorian/Standard calendar based on?
It is based on the Earth's orbit around the sun.
How long does it take our planet (Earth) to orbit around the sun?
365 days
This constellation looks like a hunter with a belt.
Orion
Why is it easier to see most celestial objects during the night?
During the day we are facing the sun. The sun is too bright, so all the other celestial objects can't be seen.
What is a lunar calendar based on?
The moon's phases
Earth
This constellation is home to the North Star, also called Polaris.
Ursa Minor
Name 2 ways we can view celestial objects
telescopes, binoculars, planetariums
What is the largest planet?
Jupiter
What is the order of the planets?
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
How many constellations are there?
88
Why can't we look directly at the sun with our eyes?
The sun is EXTREMELY bright. Our eyes can't handle it and can get burned by the sun. It can even make you blind.
Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars