Quiz 21 Study Guide Flashcards
1
Q
Compared to other stars, the _________ is average-sized.
A
sun
2
Q
Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 are __________ _____________.
A
space probes
3
Q
The ___________ is a nonluminous object that reflects the sun’s light.
A
moon
4
Q
____________ is the flight and space agency of the United States.
A
NASA
5
Q
Does the sun have a weaker or stronger pull of gravity than the earth?
A
stronger
6
Q
The _________ is the earth’s only natural satellite.
A
moon
7
Q
The _________ is made of hot, glowing gases.
A
sun
8
Q
A space ______________ is a satellite in which astronauts can live for months at a time.
A
station
9
Q
The _______ gives off a steady supply of light and heat energy as it burns.
A
sun
10
Q
Is the sun a luminous or nonluminous object?
A
luminous
11
Q
Be able to label the phases of the moon.
A
See Science book, pp. 468-469
