Moon
Name one space object that hit the moon and changed its surface
Meteor, asteroid, or comet
What is the phase called when we cannot see the moon?
New moon
What is the closest star to Earth?
The sun
How many planets are in our solar system?
Eight
Why do astronauts wear space suits in space?
To breathe and stay protected
What do we call the holes or dents on the moon's surface?
Craters
What phase comes after the new moon?
Waxing Crescent
What type of star is small and burns at a lower temperature?
Red dwarf
Which planet is known as the red planet?
Mars
Why do astronauts use tethers during spacewalks?
So they don't float away
Why does the moon have so many craters?
It does not have air to protect it from space rocks
What phase shows the moon completely lit?
Full moon
Why do Red dwarf stars last a very long time?
They burn their energy slowly
What is Olympus Mons?
The largest volcano in the solar system
What do we call it when astronauts work outside the spacecraft?
A spacewalk
Why do we only see on side of the moon from Earth?
The moon rotates at the same speed it orbits Earth
What phase comes just before the new moon?
Waning crescent
What kind of star is very big, very hot, and explodes when it dies?
Blue giant
Which planet is the brightest planet in our solar system?
Venus
Name one thing astronauts must do to become an astronaut
Study science, work for years, or pass physical tests
How far is the moon from Earth?
About 238,900 miles
Put these phases in order: new moon, full moon, first quarter
New moon- first quarter- full moon
What is the closest star to Earth after the sun?
Proxima Centauri
What are Saturn's rings made of?
Dust and icy chunks
What is one job of a mission specialist on the ISS?
Fix equipment or preform experiments