Solar Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What does our solar system constist of? (5)
A
- A star (sun)
- Planets and dwarf planets
- Satellites
- Comets
- Aesteroid Belt
2
Q
What is a galaxy?
A
A huge collection of gas, dust and billions of stars and their solar systems, all held together by gravity.
3
Q
What is an example of a natural satellite?
A
The Moon
4
Q
What is an example of an artificial satellite?
A
Any satellite that is man made, eg, Sputnick 1
