CONTEXT
What shape do Saturn’s rings form? + 100
Circular rings around the planet
Gravitational pull + 300
The force that attracts objects toward a planet
Why are Saturn’s rings easy to see?
They are large and bright
+300
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Why could Saturn float in water (theoretically)? +300
Because of its low density.
What does “orbit” mean?
To move around something
Density
how compact something is
What gases make up Saturn?
Hydrogen and helium.
Mysterious
Difficult to understand
space probes have landed on Saturn. TRUE-FALSE
FALSE
Why do Saturn’s rings look bright?
Because of ice particles
Debris
scattered pieces of material
Why do scientists use space probes?
To study Saturn closely
Evidence
Information that shows something is true
What helps scientists study Saturn closely?
Space probes.
What does the presence of ice tell us about Saturn?
It is very cold
Composed of
made of
What are Saturn’s rings made of?
Ice, rock, and dust.
Reflective
Able to bounce light
What might have formed Saturn’s rings?
Broken moons or space debris.
Does Saturn make its own light? (if +300)
No, The rings are visible because of ice (reflection), not because Saturn produces light.
Prominent
ery noticeable or important
Is Saturn the only planet with rings?
Its rings.
Phenomenon
something that can be observed and studied
Saturn is the only planet with rings.TRUE-FALSE
FALSE