The Structure of the Universe - exam practice
The Structure of the Universe
Question 1 of 3
This question is about the structure of the universe.
The following are all astronomical objects:
- star
- universe
- solar system
- planet
- galaxy
Rank them from smallest to largest.
State the name of the galaxy that Earth is in.
The international space station is an artificial satellite.
Explain what is meant by the term artificial satellite.
State the name of the natural satellite that orbits the Earth.
This question is about astronomical objects in space.
Match the object to the correct description.
State the name of three astronomical objects found in a solar system.
This question is about astronomical objects in the universe.
Which list shows the astronomical objects in order of size, starting with the smallest?
Describe the shape of a planet's orbit around the Sun, and state the name of the force holding the planet in orbit.