Non Planet & Gas Giants
What is the purpose of the asteroid belt?
There isn't a purpose!
What is the closest planet to the sun?
Mercury!
Which planet has the most moons?
Jupiter!
Why are the outer planets considered Gas Giants?
They are substantially larger than the inner planets and are made of gases such as Helium and Methane.
How many of the inner planets have rings?
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Why do you think Jupiter has the most moons?
Jupiter is the largest planet which means it most likely has the strongest gravitational pull which attracts more objects.
How where Saturn's rings formed?
Saturn's rings were formed when tons of asteroids, comets and maybe even moons collided because they were caught in Saturn's orbit and some may have collided again to make these really tiny(compared to what they were before) pieces that gradually formed into Saturn's awesome rings.
Why is Mars named the Red Planet?
It is made of Iron and Nickel and is covered in red dusty soil.
How many moons does the dwarf planet Pluto have?
Although Pluto is a dwarf planet it can have moons, NASA knows about a total of five moons orbiting around Pluto.
How many moons does the largest planet Jupiter have?
According to our book it has 69 but according to NASA it has 79
Which planet is .9 of the size of Earth? (Diameter)
Venus
What is the biggest moon?
Jupiters moon Ganymede
Name three dwarf planets?
Eris, Pluto, Ceres, Haumea, etc
(answers may vary)
What planet is named after the Roman God of War
Mars
How many moons does the planet Neptune have?
14