solar system Crossword Puzzles
Solar system and others 2024-05-01
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- Heats up as it enters earth's atmosphere,small and rocky
- Composed of rock, dust,ice and frozen gas'
- "Dirty Snowballs
- Spots on a celestial body where it has been hit
- Made of disintegrating nucleus
- Make a wish!
- Survives a trip through the earth's atmosphere
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- Many meteors hitting a celestial body at once
- Disc of icy objects that orbit the sun
- Result of evaporating gases from a nucleus
- Too small to be called planets,located in belts
- The most visible part of a Comet
- A strip of asteroids
13 Clues: Make a wish! • "Dirty Snowballs • A strip of asteroids • Made of disintegrating nucleus • The most visible part of a Comet • Disc of icy objects that orbit the sun • Composed of rock, dust,ice and frozen gas' • Result of evaporating gases from a nucleus • Many meteors hitting a celestial body at once • Survives a trip through the earth's atmosphere • ...
Stars and Sun Review 2023-02-27
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- Tool used by scientists to classify stars
- Weakest of the fundamental forces
- "Layer" of the Sun that protects the solar system
- Caused by interactions between the Earth's atmosphere and solar phenomena that reach Earth
- Solar phenomena that intensify over 11 year cycles
- Color of cooler temperature stars
- Color of hotter temperature stars
- Most dense layer of the Sun
- Middle layer of the Sun's atmosphere
- Powerful bursts of energy from the Sun's photosphere, can cause geomagnetic storms
- Years in a solar cycle
- A colorful, circular cloud of gas & dust surrounding a very white star
- Part of the Sun responsible for generating solar phenomena
- Nuclear reaction that powers stars, lighter elements form heavier elements
- The lifecycle path of a star depends on their what?
- Energy in this layer of the Sun can take170,000 years to escape!
- Stage our Sun will turn into once it runs out of it's hydrogen
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- The most abundant element in the universe
- Strongest of the fundamental forces
- Visible surface of the Sun, sunspots are found here
- All stars begin in this stage
- Stage after nebula, before fusion begins
- Random breakdown of atoms
- Type of star that is able to produce the most heavy elements through fusion
- Third most dense layer of the Sun, hot plasma rises & cooler plasma sinks
- After the Sun explodes, it will turn into this stage
- A measure of a star's brightness
- Stars larger than our Sun are referred to as this
- Where/when most material in the Universe was generated
- Nuclear reaction where heavy elements break down into smaller elements
- Outermost layer of the Sun, shines in X-ray and UV lights
31 Clues: Years in a solar cycle • Random breakdown of atoms • Most dense layer of the Sun • All stars begin in this stage • A measure of a star's brightness • Weakest of the fundamental forces • Color of cooler temperature stars • Color of hotter temperature stars • Strongest of the fundamental forces • Middle layer of the Sun's atmosphere • Stage after nebula, before fusion begins • ...
Our Solar System 2020-08-06
9 Clues: Heavenly • Greek God • Our home! • Chocolate! • Greek Goddess • Brrr! It's cold there • Roman god of the seas • Oh those beautiful rings! • Also used in thermometers
The Solar System 2021-11-17
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- large, round object orbiting a star
- a small, solid object that orbits the sun
- to move or travel around an object in a curved path
- the sun and the 8 planets and other objects that orbit the sun
- a mass of ice, rock, and gas orbiting the sun
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- a huge region beyond the gas giant planets, made up of different-sized icy chunks of matter
- a round object that orbits the sun and does not orbit a planet
- planets made of gas. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, & Neptune
- the four small, rocky planets closest to the sun
9 Clues: large, round object orbiting a star • a small, solid object that orbits the sun • a mass of ice, rock, and gas orbiting the sun • the four small, rocky planets closest to the sun • to move or travel around an object in a curved path • planets made of gas. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, & Neptune • a round object that orbits the sun and does not orbit a planet • ...
The Solar System 2021-11-23
9 Clues: the biggest planet • the planet with rings • the planet we live on • closest planet to the sun • fourth planet from the sun • center of the Solar System • farthest planet from the sun • second closest planet to the sun • the planet with the funniest name
Solar System Crossword 2023-03-14
9 Clues: Largest planet • The "Red Planet" • The planet that we live on • The closest planet to the Sun • The 4 planets closest to the Sun • The 4 planets farthest to the Sun • The planet that has the most rings • Planet that is sometimes called "Earth's Twin" • Separates the Inner Planets from the Outer Planets
The Solar system 2021-01-19
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- A large, icy gas giant. Has lots of moons
- The largest planet, made mostly of gas
- The furthest planet from the sun. Has lots of storms
- A small, red planet with big mountains
- Similar in size to Earth, but closer and hotter
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- The second largest planet, has rings of ice
- A dwarf planet, has a moon - Charon - which is nearly as big.
- Closest to the sun, not much bigger than our moon
- Where we live
9 Clues: Where we live • The largest planet, made mostly of gas • A small, red planet with big mountains • A large, icy gas giant. Has lots of moons • The second largest planet, has rings of ice • Similar in size to Earth, but closer and hotter • Closest to the sun, not much bigger than our moon • The furthest planet from the sun. Has lots of storms • ...
The Solar System 2021-06-07
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- Is the fourth planet from the Sun
- Is the farthest planet from the Sun
- Is the fifth planet from the Sun
- Is the second closest planet to the Sun
- Is the sixth planet from the Sun
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- Is the third planet from the Sun
- Is the center of our Solar System.
- Is the closest planet to the Sun
- Is the seventh planet from the Sun
9 Clues: Is the third planet from the Sun • Is the closest planet to the Sun • Is the fifth planet from the Sun • Is the sixth planet from the Sun • Is the fourth planet from the Sun • Is the center of our Solar System. • Is the seventh planet from the Sun • Is the farthest planet from the Sun • Is the second closest planet to the Sun
The solar system 2022-05-24
Future (solar system) 2022-06-28
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- It will be burned up by its own host
- this planet will spin horizontal instead of virtually or diaganoly
- this popular planet will lose all 7 rings in the future (e ring last longer with encludus)
- it will have water and 10.10% less ice. Phobos will form the planets 1st ring this planet will also lose deimos
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- the dark blue planet will be the 2nd planet that was ejected
- it would have already be destroyed by tidal forces
- will be a red giant
- its ice will melt and its water will evaporate it grass will dry out
- it will lose the big red spot io will be eaten by this humongous planet in space
9 Clues: will be a red giant • It will be burned up by its own host • it would have already be destroyed by tidal forces • the dark blue planet will be the 2nd planet that was ejected • this planet will spin horizontal instead of virtually or diaganoly • its ice will melt and its water will evaporate it grass will dry out • ...
Solar system crossword 2016-10-18
9 Clues: smallest planet. • the largest planet. • known for its rings. • home to all known life. • furtherest from the sun. • known as the earths twin. • known as the 'red planet'. • planet closest to the sun. • furtherest planet from earth.
the solar system 2024-05-10
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- what the planets go around
- the 4 planets closest to the sun
- a line in between the terrestrial planets and giant planets
- the center of our solar system
- the galaxy our solar system is located in
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- what keeps the planets in the suns orbit
- celestial bodies distinguished from a fixed starby having an aprent motion of its own
- the 4 planets furthest from the sun
- a ring of icy and rocky objects
9 Clues: what the planets go around • the center of our solar system • a ring of icy and rocky objects • the 4 planets closest to the sun • the 4 planets furthest from the sun • what keeps the planets in the suns orbit • the galaxy our solar system is located in • a line in between the terrestrial planets and giant planets • ...
The Solar System 2024-02-12
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- The revolution of earth results
- system The sun along with its family of eight planets
- Planets The for inner planets and they are mostly made up of rocks
- The path of health along which it revolves around the sun
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- It the natural satellite of Earth
- gaints The four outer planets and they are massive gas planets
- The moment of earth around the sun
- A large spiritual object that revolves around a star
- The spinning moment of earth around its axis
9 Clues: The revolution of earth results • It the natural satellite of Earth • The moment of earth around the sun • The spinning moment of earth around its axis • A large spiritual object that revolves around a star • system The sun along with its family of eight planets • The path of health along which it revolves around the sun • ...
My Solar System 2024-05-03
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- It has a distinctive set of rings and numerous moons.
- It's part of a smaller constellation adjacent to a larger one named after a bear.
- It is closest to the Sun and has no moons.
- It provides light and heat to all the planets in our solar system.
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- It is similar in size and composition to Earth.
- It's one of the most recognizable constellations and contains the famous Orion's Belt.
- It was the first planet located through mathematical predictions rather than empirical observation.
- It is named after the Roman god of war.
- Galileo was the first to observe them through a telescope in 1610.
9 Clues: It is named after the Roman god of war. • It is closest to the Sun and has no moons. • It is similar in size and composition to Earth. • It has a distinctive set of rings and numerous moons. • Galileo was the first to observe them through a telescope in 1610. • It provides light and heat to all the planets in our solar system. • ...
Solar System II 2024-12-11
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- Dwarf Planet that was once considered an actual planet
- A big explosion caused when a star collapses in on itself before turning into a black hole
- of or relating to the moon.
- what makes a black hole black.
- Small rocky body that orbits the sun
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- has something the singularity
- The group that went to the moon
- when a large object crashes onto a surface.
- Made out of ice and dust
9 Clues: Made out of ice and dust • of or relating to the moon. • has something the singularity • what makes a black hole black. • The group that went to the moon • Small rocky body that orbits the sun • when a large object crashes onto a surface. • Dwarf Planet that was once considered an actual planet • ...
Solar system ll 2024-12-11
9 Clues: biggest explosion • used to be a planet • most recent to leave earth • not common but a dwarf planet • big holes created by an impact • biggest thing in our solar system • crushes matter into infinite density • kept rotation because of Earths atmosphere • A ring of icy bodies just outside of Neptune’s orbit
The Solar System 2024-11-07
Solar System Crossword 2025-02-18
9 Clues: the third planet fro the sun • the fifth planet from the sun • the planet closest to the sun • the forth planet from the sun • the eight planet from the sun • the sixth planet from the sun • the second planet from the sun • the seventh planet from the sun • a collection of planets that orbit around a star
The solar system 2025-02-27
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- The planet famous for its Great Red Spot. (7 letters)
- The force that keeps planets in orbit.
- A natural satellite that orbits the Earth. (4 letters)
- The planet known for its red color.
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- The phase of the Moon when it appears fully lit.
- The only planet known to support life.
- The planet with the largest rings.
- The closest planet to the Sun.
- The path a planet takes around the Sun.
9 Clues: The closest planet to the Sun. • The planet with the largest rings. • The planet known for its red color. • The only planet known to support life. • The force that keeps planets in orbit. • The path a planet takes around the Sun. • The phase of the Moon when it appears fully lit. • The planet famous for its Great Red Spot. (7 letters) • ...
Hidden Word at the Cité de l'Espace 2022-04-15
13 Clues: lune • fusée • Terre • étoile • lumière • asteroïde • astronome • S.... system • M.... Station • Soyuz S....... • International S..... Station • Famous French astronaut who went on the ISS • British scientist who discovered white light is made of different colours
Astronomy 2021-03-03
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- An irregular rock object that obits the Sun
- The the largest gas planet in solar system
- A force that pulls object downward on a planet
- A gas planet after Saturn
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- A planet that is going to be colonize soon. It’s a terrestrial planet
- The first planet in solar system and closest to the Sun
- The gravitationally curved trajectory of an object
- The smallest dwarf planet that is orbiting between Mars and Jupiter
- Our planet
9 Clues: Our planet • A gas planet after Saturn • The the largest gas planet in solar system • An irregular rock object that obits the Sun • A force that pulls object downward on a planet • The gravitationally curved trajectory of an object • The first planet in solar system and closest to the Sun • The smallest dwarf planet that is orbiting between Mars and Jupiter • ...
Puzzling Words 2023-04-24
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- Known for being tilted on its side.
- The thing all planets revolve around.
- The thing separating the inner and outer planets.
- Known for being the biggest planet in our solar system.
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- Known for being the farthest planet from the sun.
- The 4 planets farthest from the sun.
- The dwarf planet that is no longer a part of our solar system.
- Known for its rings.
- The amount of Gas Giant planets currently.
9 Clues: Known for its rings. • Known for being tilted on its side. • The 4 planets farthest from the sun. • The thing all planets revolve around. • The amount of Gas Giant planets currently. • Known for being the farthest planet from the sun. • The thing separating the inner and outer planets. • Known for being the biggest planet in our solar system. • ...
Earth & Space 2022-10-11
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- The name of the Lunar Module that first landed on the moon
- There is less of this in space than there is on Earth
- The planet with the most rings
- What orbits the Earth
- The month in 2006 when Pluto was reclassified as a dwarf planet
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- The planet that we live on
- The number of planets in our Solar System
- The planet that is sideways
- largest star in our Solar System
9 Clues: What orbits the Earth • The planet that we live on • The planet that is sideways • The planet with the most rings • largest star in our Solar System • The number of planets in our Solar System • There is less of this in space than there is on Earth • The name of the Lunar Module that first landed on the moon • ...
milky way 2022-04-01
Space Crossword Puzzle (For a two word word I put a dash instead of a space.) 2023-05-07
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- There is one in every solar system.
- Made of ice and snow similar to an asteroid there's one whose name has Haley in it.
- A big cloud of gas and dust sometimes thrown out by the explosion of a dying star. It will feed and give life to more stars in the future.
- When there is a supernova what's left is usually either this or a black hole.
- There are 8 in the Solar System. Some are rocky others are gassy.
- Scientists still aren't totally sure about it but supposedly this is created when 2 neutron stars collide.
- Orbits a planet, we have one.
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- A type of planet but smaller. (Micky Mouse's dog.)
- In the center of every galaxy. "Eats" a lot.
- This is what happens when a big star reaches the end of its life and explodes.
- This is created when a huge amount of stuff falls into the accretion disk of a supermassive black hole all the particles make a huge amount of friction and eventually shoot out the north and south poles of the black hole in a big burst of electromagnetic radiation.
- The Milky Way _____ or the Andromeda _____.
- Made of rock floats around in space there is the ______ Belt in our solar system.
13 Clues: Orbits a planet, we have one. • There is one in every solar system. • The Milky Way _____ or the Andromeda _____. • In the center of every galaxy. "Eats" a lot. • A type of planet but smaller. (Micky Mouse's dog.) • There are 8 in the Solar System. Some are rocky others are gassy. • When there is a supernova what's left is usually either this or a black hole. • ...
objects in space 2021-07-26
13 Clues: PATH • STAR • BODY • OR PATCH • AND DUST • OR METAL • LOOMINOUS • satellite • OF MATTER • ROCKY BODY • MILLIONS OF STARS • SYSTEM, THE GROUP OF SPACE • YEAR, ASTRONOMICAL DISTANCE
Solar and Lunar Eclipses 2024-04-04
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- Darker and cooler regions on the Sun where magnetic fields are bundled together
- Very faint, shimmering ripples of dark and light moving across the ground,
- the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon casting a shadow on the Moon
- a loop of plasma from the Sun that can be visible during a total solar eclipse
- the only phase of the Moon when a solar eclipse is possible
- natural satellite of the Sun
- the only phase of the Moon when a lunar eclipse is possible
- during a solar eclipse when the Moon is at the perfect distance to completely cover the Sun
- Caused by sunlight shining through deep valleys on the Moon, look like a series of bright beads popping on and off
- the apparent moment that the Moon first starts to cover the Sun
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- the full and darkest part of the shadow created during an eclipse
- The visible surface of the Sun, which consists of a gas layer at a temperature of roughly 5,500° Celsius
- the only star in the Solar System
- the moment between second and third contact when the eclipse appears to make a ring with a bright jewel
- Path of _________ The path along which the Moon's shadow travels across Earth's surface
- the moon passes in front of the Sun and casts a shadow on Earth
- the lighter partial shadow created during an eclipse
- the Sun's atmosphere, only visible during to the eye during an eclipse
- during a solar eclipse when the Moon is at its farthest point from the Earth and does not completely cover the Sun
- natural satellite of the Earth
20 Clues: natural satellite of the Sun • natural satellite of the Earth • the only star in the Solar System • the lighter partial shadow created during an eclipse • the only phase of the Moon when a solar eclipse is possible • the only phase of the Moon when a lunar eclipse is possible • the moon passes in front of the Sun and casts a shadow on Earth • ...
The universe 2020-06-11
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- What is the most volcanically active body in our solar system?
- What type of galaxy is the Milky Way galaxy?
- On what planet is the Great Red Spot?
- Centauri Nearest star to Earth
- How much of the universe is in a plasma state?
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- The estimated age of the universe is:
- How many comets are there in the solar system?
- Brightest star
- What do scientists use to search for life in distant space?
9 Clues: Brightest star • Centauri Nearest star to Earth • The estimated age of the universe is: • On what planet is the Great Red Spot? • What type of galaxy is the Milky Way galaxy? • How many comets are there in the solar system? • How much of the universe is in a plasma state? • What do scientists use to search for life in distant space? • ...
Quiz On The Universe 2020-06-11
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- Brightest star
- On what planet is the Great Red Spot?
- Nearest star to Earth
- How much of the universe is in a plasma state?
- What is the most volcanically active body in our solar system?
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- The estimated age of the universe is:
- What type of galaxy is the Milky Way galaxy?
- How many comets are there in the solar system?
- What do scientists use to search for life in distant space?
9 Clues: Brightest star • Nearest star to Earth • The estimated age of the universe is: • On what planet is the Great Red Spot? • What type of galaxy is the Milky Way galaxy? • How many comets are there in the solar system? • How much of the universe is in a plasma state? • What do scientists use to search for life in distant space? • ...
Space 2021-02-04
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- this was deemed a dwarf planet
- the seventh planet from the sun
- the most massive planet in our solar system
- the closest planet to the sun and the smallest
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- this planet is known for its rings
- this planet is the same size as Earth
- this planet is known for supersonic strong winds
- two-thirds of this planet is covered by ocean
- one of the most explored planets in the solar system
9 Clues: this was deemed a dwarf planet • the seventh planet from the sun • this planet is known for its rings • this planet is the same size as Earth • the most massive planet in our solar system • two-thirds of this planet is covered by ocean • the closest planet to the sun and the smallest • this planet is known for supersonic strong winds • ...
Space 2021-09-09
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- Which is the hottest planet in our solar system?
- The Māori word for space.
- A large ball of burning gas that creates light and heat.
- The Milky way galaxy has a special shape.
- Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune all of these.
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- This is the biggest planet in our solar system
- Earth only has one orbiting us.
- This is a force that keeps us stuck on Earth.
- Distance in space is measured in this unit.
9 Clues: The Māori word for space. • Earth only has one orbiting us. • The Milky way galaxy has a special shape. • Distance in space is measured in this unit. • This is a force that keeps us stuck on Earth. • This is the biggest planet in our solar system • Which is the hottest planet in our solar system? • Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune all of these. • ...
Earth Day 2023-04-26
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- What is the theme of World Earth Day 2023?
- Which planet in our solar system has the most moons?
- Which day is celebrated as World Earth Day?
- What is the name of the largest volcano in our solar system, located on Mars?
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- Who proposed the idea of Earth Day first?
- Renewable source of Energy
- In which country was the first environment school established?
7 Clues: Renewable source of Energy • Who proposed the idea of Earth Day first? • What is the theme of World Earth Day 2023? • Which day is celebrated as World Earth Day? • Which planet in our solar system has the most moons? • In which country was the first environment school established? • What is the name of the largest volcano in our solar system, located on Mars?
Saturn by Ricardo 2023-05-09
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- An entire day in Saturn lasts________days.
- It's in the middle of the solar system and it's 9 times bigger than Saturn.
- This is a day of the week that comes from the name Saturn.
- Saturn`s rings are made of______, rocks and dust.
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- Saturn is color_______.
- Saturn has______around it.
- It's the planet number 6 in the Solar System.
- It`s Saturn`s biggest moon.
- It's very ______ because it's too far from the sun.
9 Clues: Saturn is color_______. • Saturn has______around it. • It`s Saturn`s biggest moon. • An entire day in Saturn lasts________days. • It's the planet number 6 in the Solar System. • Saturn`s rings are made of______, rocks and dust. • It's very ______ because it's too far from the sun. • This is a day of the week that comes from the name Saturn. • ...
Nebula Fun!! 2017-10-12
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- The First Planet From The Sun
- A Giant Sphere Of Burning Hydrogen Gas
- Known For Having The Most Moons In The Solar System
- When An Object Orbits Another Object
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- The Biggest Gas Giant In The Solar System
- A Collection Of Stars That Form A Familiar Pattern
- Named After The God Of War
- The pull that keeps planets together
8 Clues: Named After The God Of War • The First Planet From The Sun • The pull that keeps planets together • When An Object Orbits Another Object • A Giant Sphere Of Burning Hydrogen Gas • The Biggest Gas Giant In The Solar System • A Collection Of Stars That Form A Familiar Pattern • Known For Having The Most Moons In The Solar System
Vikranth Rover 2024-08-21
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- Jupiter is the ___ planet of solar system
- Astronaut is a space ___
- Pluto is the ___ planet located in Kuiper belt
- ___ are the digits of foot
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- Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin left their ___ on the moon
- Mercury is ___ planet in solar system order
- Distance between galaxies is measured in light ___
- Earth is estimated to be 4.54 billion years ___
8 Clues: Astronaut is a space ___ • ___ are the digits of foot • Jupiter is the ___ planet of solar system • Mercury is ___ planet in solar system order • Pluto is the ___ planet located in Kuiper belt • Earth is estimated to be 4.54 billion years ___ • Distance between galaxies is measured in light ___ • Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin left their ___ on the moon
Earth and Planets 2023-01-26
8 Clues: Which planet has a ring? • Which is the giant planet? • Which is closest to the Sun? • Which is farthest from the Earth? • Which planet is called a red planet? • Which is at the centre of our solar system? • Which planet in our solar system has one moon? • Which planet is visible to the naked eye from Earth?
space 2024-09-30
8 Clues: this planet has rings • this planet has no moon • this was a planet until 2006 • this planet is in the fourth orbit • a this is in the center of the milky way • this planet is the biggest in the solar system • this is the hottest planet in the solar system • x. this space company is owned by Elon musk
sirius Earth galaxy neptune australia desert orbit mountain 2019-05-19
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- The name of the farthest and coldest planet in the solar system.
- Blue Planet in the solar system.
- The planets move around the sun in their own paths.
- Smallest continent.
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- A high land with pointed peak.
- A hot sandy dry land.
- A large group of stars.
- The star that shines most brightly in the night sky.
8 Clues: Smallest continent. • A hot sandy dry land. • A large group of stars. • A high land with pointed peak. • Blue Planet in the solar system. • The planets move around the sun in their own paths. • The star that shines most brightly in the night sky. • The name of the farthest and coldest planet in the solar system.
The Solar System 2020-10-21
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- smallest planet in the solar system
- a small, rocky body that orbits the sun
- a loose, icy body with a long,narrow orbit
- the second planet from the sun
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- a gas giant that is smaller than Jupiter no rings
- the largest planet in the solar system
- the planet farthest from the sun
- an object that orbits a planet
8 Clues: the second planet from the sun • an object that orbits a planet • the planet farthest from the sun • smallest planet in the solar system • the largest planet in the solar system • a small, rocky body that orbits the sun • a loose, icy body with a long,narrow orbit • a gas giant that is smaller than Jupiter no rings
Planets of our solar system 2024-01-27
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- planet with moons named after sea gods and nymphs in Greek mythology
- the red planet
- planet with most moons
- planet with a storm twice the size of the earth
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- the coldest planet which spin on its side
- the blue planet
- smallest planet in solar system
- the planet with densest atmosphere of all rocky bodies in the Solar System
8 Clues: the red planet • the blue planet • planet with most moons • smallest planet in solar system • the coldest planet which spin on its side • planet with a storm twice the size of the earth • planet with moons named after sea gods and nymphs in Greek mythology • the planet with densest atmosphere of all rocky bodies in the Solar System
Origins of the Universe Review 2023-03-06
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- Light observed from distant stars and galaxies that indicates the universe is expanding as objects are moving outward.
- The faint radiation left over from the explosion of the Big Bang.
- The entire distribution of radiation according to frequency or wavelength.
- A The blackhole at the center of the Milky Way Galaxy.
- The name of the galaxy our Solar System is found in.
- Group of visible stars that forms an outline or pattern in the night sky.
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- The theory that states the universe began with a gigantic explosion billions of years ago.
- A type of galaxy that had central bar-shaped structure composed of stars.
- The location in the Milky Way where our Solar System is found.
- The universe is estimated to be 13.8 _____ years old.
- The closest galaxy to ours, the Milky Way.
- The amount of identified constellations in the night sky.
- Structure containing telescopes and scientific instruments used to observe celestial objects.
- System of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravitational attraction.
- The most common galaxy type characterized by a thin disk with outstretching arms spinning around a central, dense section.
15 Clues: The closest galaxy to ours, the Milky Way. • The name of the galaxy our Solar System is found in. • The universe is estimated to be 13.8 _____ years old. • A The blackhole at the center of the Milky Way Galaxy. • The amount of identified constellations in the night sky. • The location in the Milky Way where our Solar System is found. • ...
The solar system 2013-05-12
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- what planet other than mercury has no moon
- What planet is made of mostly ice and rock
- What is the largest planet
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- this planet is often referred to as the red planet
- what is the planet closest to the sun
- What planet has been downgraded to a dwarf planet
- What planet is the coldest planet
- what is the only planet with rings
- what planet is made up of 70% water
9 Clues: What is the largest planet • What planet is the coldest planet • what is the only planet with rings • what planet is made up of 70% water • what is the planet closest to the sun • what planet other than mercury has no moon • What planet is made of mostly ice and rock • What planet has been downgraded to a dwarf planet • this planet is often referred to as the red planet
The solar system 2014-11-03
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- What is the hottest planet in our solar system
- The seventh planet from the sun
- The only planet named after a God
- The planet that is furthest away from the sun
- Which planet is the 4th brightest
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- Know as the red planet
- A really large star
- It has really prominent rings around it
- The coldest planet in our solar system
- The closest planet to the sun
- Is the smallest of the ice giants
11 Clues: A really large star • Know as the red planet • The closest planet to the sun • The seventh planet from the sun • The only planet named after a God • Is the smallest of the ice giants • Which planet is the 4th brightest • The coldest planet in our solar system • It has really prominent rings around it • The planet that is furthest away from the sun • ...
Solar System Crossword 2015-05-25
9 Clues: The hottest planet • The largest planet • Furthest from the sun • Known for its "rings" • Known as the red planet • Most inhabitable planet • Closest planet to the sun • Center of the solar system • First planet discovered with a telescope
The solar system 2016-02-12
9 Clues: mars • our home • has 7 rings • magnetic pairs • looks like golf ball • the photosphere about 6000 • dark cold and windiest planet • spot magnetic pairs of dark spots • flares intense electromagnetic flare.
Our Solar System 2019-11-16
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- is the second planet from the sun.
- is furthest from the sun and is very cold.
- has many rings is the sixth planet from the sun.
- is extremely hot and is the planet that is closest to the sun.
- dwarf planet
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- is red and is the fourth planet from the sun.
- has 27 moons and is the seventh planet from the sun.
- is the largest planet in the solar system.
- is covered by land and water. It is our home planet.
9 Clues: dwarf planet • is the second planet from the sun. • is the largest planet in the solar system. • is furthest from the sun and is very cold. • is red and is the fourth planet from the sun. • has many rings is the sixth planet from the sun. • has 27 moons and is the seventh planet from the sun. • is covered by land and water. It is our home planet. • ...
The solar system 2020-07-21
9 Clues: Roman mythology • A 'used to be' planet • The one with the most rings • The "coldest" in this group • The "hottest" in this group • The song 'Bohemian Rhapsody' • The planet that was a Chocolate bar • The planet with the disturbing name • The one who seems to be most alive on Monday mornings.
The Solar System 2017-11-30
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- Our one is called the Milky Way
- The biggest star in the centre in the Solar System
- The biggest planet
- Rotates around Earth
- The only planet that supports life
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- Jupiter Neptune Saturn and Uranus are mainly composed of this
- Farthest planet from the sun
- Known as the dwarf planet
- The closest planet to the sun
9 Clues: The biggest planet • Rotates around Earth • Known as the dwarf planet • Farthest planet from the sun • The closest planet to the sun • Our one is called the Milky Way • The only planet that supports life • The biggest star in the centre in the Solar System • Jupiter Neptune Saturn and Uranus are mainly composed of this
The Solar System 2021-06-13
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- This is the fourth planet from the sun.
- This is the third planet from the sun.
- This planet has rings.
- This is the second farthest planet from the sun.
- This is the largest planet in our solar system.
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- This planet is placed between mercury and the earth.
- The closest planet to the sun.
- This is a star not a planet.
- This is the farthest planet from the sun.
9 Clues: This planet has rings. • This is a star not a planet. • The closest planet to the sun. • This is the third planet from the sun. • This is the fourth planet from the sun. • This is the farthest planet from the sun. • This is the largest planet in our solar system. • This is the second farthest planet from the sun. • This planet is placed between mercury and the earth.
Solar System Crossword 2023-11-30
9 Clues: The time • Y and x what? • The opposite of day • the opposite the night • The other side of west • The other side of east • Another word for turning around • The thing that gives us light at day • In the early morning the sun does what?
Our Solar System 2024-07-21
9 Clues: Hottest planet • The ringed planet • Closest star to us • The planet we live on • Planet closest to the Sun • The cyan planet, which is slanted • Largest planet in our solar system • The red planet, named after the Roman god of war • The blue planet, named after the Roman god of the sea
THE SOLAR SYSTEM 2023-05-29
9 Clues: IT'S FREEZING • IT NEVER RAINS • A VERY BIG STAR • IT'S GOT RINGS OF ICE • IT'S THE LARGEST PLANET • IT'S THE COLDEST PLANET • IT'S THE SMALLEST PLANET • THE SATELLITE OF THE EARTH • ITS SURFACE IS RED AND ITS SKY IS PINK
The Solar System 2024-10-02
9 Clues: rotates on its side • known for its colour • has a Great Red Spot • famous for its rings • farthest from the sun • has a thick atmopshere • a star in the solar system • the closest planet to the sun • takes about 365 days to circle around the sun once
Solar System Planets 2023-10-22
10 Clues: The "Evening Star." • The largest planet. • Closest to the Sun. • Has a great dark spot. • Second-largest planet. • It rotates on its side. • Known as the "Red Planet." • Earth's only natural satellite. • Features a stunning ring system. • Once considered the ninth planet.
Space 2024-01-24
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- Optical instrument that magnifies and observes distant celestial objects, enhancing our ability to study and understand the universe.
- Powerful and explosive event in which a star reaches the end of its life cycle, releasing a burst of energy and creating new elements.
- Interstellar cloud of gas and dust where stars are born, exhibiting vibrant colors and intricate patterns in deep space.
- Luminous celestial body that emits light and heat, often forming the center of a solar system, like our sun.
- Large celestial body orbiting a star, shining by reflected light, with Earth being one of the planets in our solar system.
- Icy celestial object with a glowing tail that orbits the sun, becoming visible when it approaches the sun's vicinity.
- Natural satellite orbiting a planet, reflecting sunlight to Earth, influencing tides, and providing nighttime illumination.
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- Planet located outside our solar system, orbiting a star other than the sun, expanding our understanding of planetary diversity.
- Force that pulls objects with mass toward one another, keeping planets in orbit, and governing the dynamics of celestial bodies.
- Recognizable pattern of stars named after mythical characters, animals, or objects, forming imaginary shapes in the night sky.
- Vast system of stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, and dark matter bound together by gravity, such as the Milky Way.
- Artificial object or natural moon that orbits a celestial body, often used for communication, observation, or scientific purposes.
- Vast and expanding cosmic space comprising galaxies, stars, planets, dark matter, and energy, forming the entirety of existence.
- Small rocky body that orbits the sun, found mainly in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, varying in size and shape.
- Small celestial body that enters Earth's atmosphere, creating a streak of light due to friction with air particles.
15 Clues: Luminous celestial body that emits light and heat, often forming the center of a solar system, like our sun. • Small celestial body that enters Earth's atmosphere, creating a streak of light due to friction with air particles. • Icy celestial object with a glowing tail that orbits the sun, becoming visible when it approaches the sun's vicinity. • ...
Solar system Class 5 2022-02-14
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- baby planet or very small planet
- The farthest and coldest planet
- ball of ice or rock
- Sun Planets and other celestial bodies
- Second largest plant
- The largest planet
- found in orbit between Jupiter and Mars
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- Tilted side and along the pole
- Smallest planet
- Red Planet
- Small rocky metallic object
- The ring planet
- the force of attraction of earth
13 Clues: Red Planet • Smallest planet • The ring planet • The largest planet • ball of ice or rock • Second largest plant • Small rocky metallic object • Tilted side and along the pole • The farthest and coldest planet • baby planet or very small planet • the force of attraction of earth • Sun Planets and other celestial bodies • found in orbit between Jupiter and Mars
Mixed Crossword Puzzle 2021-04-26
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- A device or equipment that makes work easier.
- Type of inclined plane starting with the letter (p).
- Changes in the body.
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- Third planet from the sun.
- Type of inclined plane starting with the letter (s).
- Smallest planet in the solar system.
- A type of machine that starts with the letter (c).
- How many planets are in the solar system.
8 Clues: Changes in the body. • Third planet from the sun. • Smallest planet in the solar system. • How many planets are in the solar system. • A device or equipment that makes work easier. • A type of machine that starts with the letter (c). • Type of inclined plane starting with the letter (s). • Type of inclined plane starting with the letter (p).
Our Solar System 2015-05-28
8 Clues: You live on me • I have a ring around me • Im the closest planet to the sun • The largest star in our solar system • The biggest planet in our solar system • You can see me at night time if you look up • I have the hottest and coldest temperatures • I'm red and i have the most volcanoes and craters
Planets of the Solar System (Including Pluto) 2017-04-27
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- The planet referred to an "ice planet"
- The biggest planet in our solar system
- The only planet with a visible ring
- The planets that sustains life
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- The hottest planet in the solar system
- The planet referred to as the red planet
- The planet named after the Roman god of the sea
- The planet with a very unusual orbit
8 Clues: The planets that sustains life • The only planet with a visible ring • The planet with a very unusual orbit • The hottest planet in the solar system • The planet referred to an "ice planet" • The biggest planet in our solar system • The planet referred to as the red planet • The planet named after the Roman god of the sea
Planets of the Solar System (Including Pluto) 2017-04-27
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- The planet referred to an "ice planet"
- The biggest planet in our solar system
- The only planet with a visible ring
- The planets that sustains life
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- The hottest planet in the solar system
- The planet referred to as the red planet
- The planet named after the Roman god of the sea
- The planet with a very unusual orbit
8 Clues: The planets that sustains life • The only planet with a visible ring • The planet with a very unusual orbit • The hottest planet in the solar system • The planet referred to an "ice planet" • The biggest planet in our solar system • The planet referred to as the red planet • The planet named after the Roman god of the sea
Science 2022-03-31
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- Combining Two Telescopes to see one star
- the Earth as the center of the Solar System
- group of stars that form a pattern
- A Telescope That Utilizes Mirrors
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- A Telescope That Utilizes Lenses
- when night and day are the same amount of time
- One Of The Most Complex Telescopes
- the Sun as the center of the solar system
8 Clues: A Telescope That Utilizes Lenses • A Telescope That Utilizes Mirrors • One Of The Most Complex Telescopes • group of stars that form a pattern • Combining Two Telescopes to see one star • the Sun as the center of the solar system • the Earth as the center of the Solar System • when night and day are the same amount of time
Solar System Crossword 2024-10-24
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- - Seventh planet from the sun and has the third largest diameter
- - Most distant planet in our solar system
- - Smallest planet and closest to the sun
- - Closest planet to earth
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- - Sixth planet from the sun and second largest
- - Largest planet in our solar system
- - The only planet we know is inhabited by life
- - It has seasons, weather and canyons
8 Clues: - Closest planet to earth • - Largest planet in our solar system • - It has seasons, weather and canyons • - Smallest planet and closest to the sun • - Most distant planet in our solar system • - Sixth planet from the sun and second largest • - The only planet we know is inhabited by life • - Seventh planet from the sun and has the third largest diameter
Formation of Solar System - Planetary formation 2022-08-25
6 Clues: the ___ formed first • the solar system formed from? • what a solar nebula is made up of • then ___ started orbiting 4 across • then ___ forming then orbited 5 down • a shock from ____ started the formation of the solar system
space 2024-09-30
8 Clues: this planet has rings • this planet has no moon • this was a planet until 2006 • this is in the center of the milky way • this space company is owned by Elon Musk • this planet is also known as the red planet • this is the hottest planet in the solar system • this is the largest planet in the solar system
The Solar System 2024-11-12
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- This planet is famous for its tilted rotation and has a blue-green color
- Planet known for its extreme winds and cold blue color
- Red Planet
- The Largest planet in the solar system
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- The farthest planet from the Sun in the solar system
- This planet has beautiful rings
- Planet second from the Sun, often called Earth’s "sister planet"
- Planet closest to the Sun
- Our home planet
9 Clues: Red Planet • Our home planet • Planet closest to the Sun • This planet has beautiful rings • The Largest planet in the solar system • The farthest planet from the Sun in the solar system • Planet known for its extreme winds and cold blue color • Planet second from the Sun, often called Earth’s "sister planet" • ...
Introduction to Green Technology (First Quiz) 2023-09-26
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- is made from biological sources like straw, wood, wood waste, sugarcane and byproduct from agriculture industry.
- Clear coating of titanium oxide collects pollutants and makes rain slides down the glass where it is collected and use for watering.
- in 1955 the first solar car invented was a tiny 15-inch vehicle created by william G. Cobb of General Motors.
- Circular design allows maximum light into center.
- It is the practice of increasing the efficiency of buildings and their use of energy, water and materials and reducing building impacts on human health and environment through better design, construction, operation and maintenance.
- is a bike path which is made of concrete modules each measuring 2.5 by 3.5 meters embedded with solar panels covered in tempered glass.
- The plan combines farming with office and residential stories.
- It is one of the goals of green technology such as paper, plastic, cans, batteries, clothing etc.
- It is a technology which is environmentally friendly, developed and used in such a way so that it doesn't disturb our environment and conserves natural resources
- It is the energy derived from the heat of the earth.
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- are generated by the wind as it blows across the sea surface and the energy is transferred from the wind to the waves.
- converts the kinetic energy in the wind into mechanical power that runs a generator to produce clean electricity.
- Energy is supplied by a rotating solar panel that follows the sun; drives interior heating/cooling system.
- It uses the energy of running water to make electrical energy.
- filtered, sterilized wastewater from sewage system can be used for Irrigation.
- It comes from natural sources such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, plants, algae and geothermal heat.
- Another goal of green technology such as avoiding the usage of plastic bags and use eco bag instead.
- It is one of the goals of green technology such as fuels, waste, energy consumption and waste of clean water
- refers to the use of nanotechnology to enhance the environmental sustainability of processes producing negative externalities.
- It is also called sustainable chemistry.
- is another goal of green technology such as wind power, water power, solar energy, bio-fuel and waste water.
- is the conversion of sunlight into electricity, either directly using photovoltaics or indirectly using concentrated solar power.
- is a hydrogen vehicle that means it uses sun fuel system.
- is also a goal of green technology in avoiding the wastage of Electricity, water, fuel, food etc.
- also called green computing which describes the study and the using of computer resources in an efficient way.
25 Clues: It is also called sustainable chemistry. • Circular design allows maximum light into center. • It is the energy derived from the heat of the earth. • is a hydrogen vehicle that means it uses sun fuel system. • It uses the energy of running water to make electrical energy. • The plan combines farming with office and residential stories. • ...
Carys 2024-03-28
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- The point around a black hole from which nothing, not even light, can escape.
- Rover designed to explore Mars' Jezero Crater for signs of ancient microbial life.
- Known as the Red Planet, home to the tallest volcano in the Solar System, Olympus Mons.
- Hypothesized distant spherical shell of icy objects surrounding the Solar System.
- Rover exploring the Gale Crater on Mars, searching for evidence of water and past life.
- Space telescope dedicated to finding Earth-like planets in the habitable zones of other stars.
- Known for its extreme temperature fluctuations, the closest planet to the Sun.
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- A space telescope that has revolutionized our understanding of the universe.
- The nearest major galaxy to the Milky Way, expected to collide with our galaxy in the future.
- Mission that explored Saturn and its intricate ring system and moons.
- A spacecraft that has provided humanity with its first glimpse into interstellar space.
- A red supergiant star famous for its variable brightness, located in the constellation Orion.
- Saturn's largest moon, remarkable for its dense atmosphere and surface lakes of hydrocarbons.
- A moon of Jupiter, believed to have a subsurface ocean beneath its icy crust.
- Conducted a historic flyby of Pluto, revealing its complex surface and atmosphere.
- Star system known for its seven Earth-sized planets, several of which are in the habitable zone.
- Host star to the nearest known exoplanet in the habitable zone.
17 Clues: Host star to the nearest known exoplanet in the habitable zone. • Mission that explored Saturn and its intricate ring system and moons. • A space telescope that has revolutionized our understanding of the universe. • The point around a black hole from which nothing, not even light, can escape. • ...
Planets 2021-04-13
9 Clues: Famous for it`s rings • Closest planet to earth • Closest planet to the sun • Know as the " Red Planet" • The farthest planet from the sun • Largest planet in the solar system • Coldest planet in the solar system • Not officially considered a planet • Take about a year to rotate around the sun
Scientific Revolution 2023-01-13
10 Clues: Will it operate • Laws of physics • Change of science • Center of the earth • Model of the solar system • What you think will happen • Questioning or investigation • Make astronomical discoveries • System theory nature of reality • Gravitation - action and reaction
Space crossword 2020-06-14
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- group of stars that appears to form a pattern or picture
- Point that is orbited by sun and jupiter
- gravitationally bound system of stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter
- a Russian astronaut.
- speculative structure linking disparate points in spacetime
- a planet which orbits a star outside the solar system.
- hypothetical group of multiple universes
- a star of relatively small size and low luminosity
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- object in space that orbits or circles around a bigger object
- region of spacetime where gravity is so strong that nothing—no particles or even electromagnetic radiation such as light—can escape from it
- matter which is composed of the antiparticles
- giant a large planet such as Jupiter or Saturn that consists mainly of hydrogen and helium
- piece of stone-like or metal-like debris which travels in outer space.
- all of space and time and their contents, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy
- icy, small Solar System body that, when passing close to the Sun, warms and begins to release gases, a process called outgassing
15 Clues: a Russian astronaut. • Point that is orbited by sun and jupiter • hypothetical group of multiple universes • matter which is composed of the antiparticles • a star of relatively small size and low luminosity • a planet which orbits a star outside the solar system. • group of stars that appears to form a pattern or picture • ...
Space crossword 2020-06-14
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- group of stars that appears to form a pattern or picture
- Point that is orbited by sun and jupiter
- gravitationally bound system of stars, stellar remnants, interstellar gas, dust, and dark matter
- a Russian astronaut.
- speculative structure linking disparate points in spacetime
- a planet which orbits a star outside the solar system.
- hypothetical group of multiple universes
- a star of relatively small size and low luminosity
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- object in space that orbits or circles around a bigger object
- region of spacetime where gravity is so strong that nothing—no particles or even electromagnetic radiation such as light—can escape from it
- matter which is composed of the antiparticles
- giant a large planet such as Jupiter or Saturn that consists mainly of hydrogen and helium
- piece of stone-like or metal-like debris which travels in outer space.
- all of space and time and their contents, including planets, stars, galaxies, and all other forms of matter and energy
- icy, small Solar System body that, when passing close to the Sun, warms and begins to release gases, a process called outgassing
15 Clues: a Russian astronaut. • Point that is orbited by sun and jupiter • hypothetical group of multiple universes • matter which is composed of the antiparticles • a star of relatively small size and low luminosity • a planet which orbits a star outside the solar system. • group of stars that appears to form a pattern or picture • ...
Kid Saturn's Puzzle 2022-10-21
6 Clues: The planet we live on • The name of our solar system • Everything beyond our planet • All of our solar systems combined • The bright star in our solar system • What can be seen in the sky at night
Energy Words 2015-04-11
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- A fuel made from biological processes
- A term describing heat derived from undergound sources
- A system that converts solar energy into direct current (dc) electricity
- A machine in power stations that has blades which are turned by water or wind
- The act of adding a material to prevent heat loss
- The process of removing oil from sediments by fracturing rock and applying hydraulic pressure
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- The type of solar heating that occurs by orientating a house appropriately for windows to face the sun
- A term used to describe oil that requires refining before use
- The energy produced by utilising the kinetic energy of water stored behind dam walls.
- A prefix meaning water
- The material that saturates oil sands
- Like petrol, it is formed from hydrocarbons with 6-12 carbon atoms, is a liquid and is easily combustible
- This medium, and air may be heated by solar panels
- The curved shape of solar power receiver troughs and reflector dishes
- The process of splitting a plutonium or uranium atom into and thereby producing energy
15 Clues: A prefix meaning water • A fuel made from biological processes • The material that saturates oil sands • The act of adding a material to prevent heat loss • This medium, and air may be heated by solar panels • A term describing heat derived from undergound sources • A term used to describe oil that requires refining before use • ...
The planets 2020-08-23
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- is the hottest planet of our solar system.
- Which is the planet nearest to the sun
- The planet with the highest number of moons is
- is the largest planet of our solar system
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- Phobos and Deimos are the natural satellites of which planet
- Which is the smallest planet of our solar system
- Which is the planet farthest from the sun
7 Clues: Which is the planet nearest to the sun • Which is the planet farthest from the sun • is the largest planet of our solar system • is the hottest planet of our solar system. • The planet with the highest number of moons is • Which is the smallest planet of our solar system • Phobos and Deimos are the natural satellites of which planet
Fun with Science 2021-02-02
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- The Sun is a _____.
- ____ is the third planet from the sun in the solar system.
- _____ won the Nobel Prize in Physics.
- How many planets are there in the solar system?
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- What was used to see the time before watches and clocks invented?
- ______ study space from Earth.
- World ____ day is celebrated on 28th of February.
- People donates _____ to NGO's.
8 Clues: The Sun is a _____. • ______ study space from Earth. • People donates _____ to NGO's. • _____ won the Nobel Prize in Physics. • World ____ day is celebrated on 28th of February. • How many planets are there in the solar system? • ____ is the third planet from the sun in the solar system. • What was used to see the time before watches and clocks invented?
Kid Saturn's Puzzle 2022-10-21
6 Clues: The planet we live on • Everything beyond our planet • The name of our solar system • All of our solar systems combined • The bright star in our solar system • What can be seen in the sky at night
Crossword about space 2021-07-28
7 Clues: Inhabital planet • The star we orbit • Its not a planet any more • Its a bly sky looking planet • There may be aliens living on me • The largest planet in our Solar System • The second largest planet in our Solar System
Planet 2023-06-15
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- Known for its thick clouds and hot temperatures, it is sometimes called Earth's "sister."
- The largest in the solar system, it has a massive storm and many moons orbiting around it.
- The closest one to the sun, it has a rocky surface and very short days, but long, cold nights.
- Saturn's largest moon, it's bigger than Mercury and has rivers, lakes, and rain made of gas.
- Earth's satellite, it's where astronauts first set foot away from our planet!
- One of Jupiter's four largest moons, it's covered in erupting volcanoes.
- Famous for its beautiful, icy rings, it's mostly made of gas and has many moons too.
- A moon of Jupiter, it has an icy surface with a hidden ocean underneath.
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- A blue gas giant far from the sun, it has strong winds and a mysterious dark storm.
- The largest moon in the solar system, it orbits Jupiter and has a magnetic field.
- A blue gas giant that spins on its side, it has an icy atmosphere and some thin, faint rings.
- A dwarf planet located in the outer part of the solar system, it's small and covered in ice.
- Neptune's largest moon, it has icy geysers and a surface covered with frozen nitrogen.
- The red one with a rocky surface, it has mountains, valleys, and icy poles, like Earth.
- You know this one! It's our home, covered in water and land where we have air to breathe.
15 Clues: One of Jupiter's four largest moons, it's covered in erupting volcanoes. • A moon of Jupiter, it has an icy surface with a hidden ocean underneath. • Earth's satellite, it's where astronauts first set foot away from our planet! • The largest moon in the solar system, it orbits Jupiter and has a magnetic field. • ...
Plant 2023-06-15
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- The largest moon in the solar system, it orbits Jupiter and has a magnetic field.
- One of Jupiter's four largest moons, it's covered in erupting volcanoes.
- The closest one to the sun, it has a rocky surface and very short days, but long, cold nights.
- A blue gas giant far from the sun, it has strong winds and a mysterious dark storm.
- The largest in the solar system, it has a massive storm and many moons orbiting around it.
- The red one with a rocky surface, it has mountains, valleys, and icy poles, like Earth.
- A dwarf planet located in the outer part of the solar system, it's small and covered in ice.
- Famous for its beautiful, icy rings, it's mostly made of gas and has many moons too.
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- A blue gas giant that spins on its side, it has an icy atmosphere and some thin, faint rings.
- Saturn's largest moon, it's bigger than Mercury and has rivers, lakes, and rain made of gas.
- Earth's satellite, it's where astronauts first set foot away from our planet!
- Known for its thick clouds and hot temperatures, it is sometimes called Earth's "sister."
- Neptune's largest moon, it has icy geysers and a surface covered with frozen nitrogen.
- A moon of Jupiter, it has an icy surface with a hidden ocean underneath.
- You know this one! It's our home, covered in water and land where we have air to breathe.
15 Clues: One of Jupiter's four largest moons, it's covered in erupting volcanoes. • A moon of Jupiter, it has an icy surface with a hidden ocean underneath. • Earth's satellite, it's where astronauts first set foot away from our planet! • The largest moon in the solar system, it orbits Jupiter and has a magnetic field. • ...
MCA Science - Solar System 2022-04-29
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- The planets _________ the Sun
- Direction the Earth both rotates and revolves
- Term for when over half of the moon is lit up
- The moon phase after a waxing gibbous
- Closest star to Earth
- Name of the largest planet
- The Earth rotates on its ___________
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- Term for when only a sliver of the moon is lit up
- The movement of one object around another
- When the Earth blocks light going to the moon, it is which type of eclipse?
- Which planet is furthest from the Sun?
- What is bigger the universe or galaxies?
- The name of our galaxy
13 Clues: Closest star to Earth • The name of our galaxy • Name of the largest planet • The planets _________ the Sun • The Earth rotates on its ___________ • The moon phase after a waxing gibbous • Which planet is furthest from the Sun? • What is bigger the universe or galaxies? • The movement of one object around another • Direction the Earth both rotates and revolves • ...
Solar system crossword puzzle 2022-01-25
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- the line where the sky and earths surface seem to meet
- a small body moving in the solar system
- A spherical round thing that orbit the sun
- a small body of matter from outer space that enters the earths surface
- a chunk of rock or iron less than 1,000 km
- the force of attraction between objects,
- all matter and space that exists
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- belt Located between Mars and Jupiter
- the path of one object in space around another object
- A chunk of frozen gasses rock and dust that revolves around the sun
- and imaginary line that divides earth in half
- a meteor that survives its passage through the earths atmosphere such that part of it strikes the ground
- the natural satellite of the earth visible (chiefly at night) by reflected light from the sun
- the star around which the earth orbits
14 Clues: all matter and space that exists • belt Located between Mars and Jupiter • the star around which the earth orbits • a small body moving in the solar system • the force of attraction between objects, • A spherical round thing that orbit the sun • a chunk of rock or iron less than 1,000 km • and imaginary line that divides earth in half • ...
The Solar System 2021-01-12
10 Clues: Gas planet • rocky planet • One planet day • One planet year • Uranus has 27 _____ • Greek God of the sky • 7th planet from the sun • the largest moon near Uranus • the galaxy our solar system is in • billions of rocks and ice and dust
solar system crossword 2022-03-29
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- the largest planet and a windy planet
- one of the hottest planets
- coldest planet in the solar system
- a gas giant and one of the only planet with rings
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- really dense planet and is the smallest
- has rings on it that are hard to see
- this is really hot and is our supply of light
- only world on our system with water on it
- a dusty cold desert with a thin atmosphere
9 Clues: one of the hottest planets • coldest planet in the solar system • has rings on it that are hard to see • the largest planet and a windy planet • really dense planet and is the smallest • only world on our system with water on it • a dusty cold desert with a thin atmosphere • this is really hot and is our supply of light • a gas giant and one of the only planet with rings
Solar System Members 2021-07-26
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- A celestial body on a belt between Mars and Jupiter.
- A nickname for a comet.
- A dwarf planet that used to be a planet.
- An icy rock that has 2 trails pointed away from the Sun.
- A belt of celestial objects past Neptune's orbit.
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- An object that orbits farther than Neptune's orbit.
- An object that burns when it enters Earth's atmosphere.
- An icy cloud 50,000 AU from the Sun.
- A comet that has an orbit of 76 years.
9 Clues: A nickname for a comet. • An icy cloud 50,000 AU from the Sun. • A comet that has an orbit of 76 years. • A dwarf planet that used to be a planet. • A belt of celestial objects past Neptune's orbit. • An object that orbits farther than Neptune's orbit. • A celestial body on a belt between Mars and Jupiter. • An object that burns when it enters Earth's atmosphere. • ...
Our Solar System 2021-06-29
9 Clues: The biggest planet • The smallest planet • Known as the red planet • People live on this planet • The 2nd planet from the sun • This star heats planet Earth • The light blue coloured planet • The 8th planet in our Solar System • This planet has many rings around it
The Solar System 2024-02-12
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- It is the natural satellite of Earth
- A large spherical object that revolves around a star
- planets The four inner planets and they are mostly made up of rocks
- The spinning movement of Earth around its axis
- gaints The four outer planets and they are massive gas planets
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- The path of Earth along which it revolves around the sun
- system The sun along with its family of eight planets
- The revolution of Earth results in the change of
- The movement of Earth around the sun
9 Clues: It is the natural satellite of Earth • The movement of Earth around the sun • The spinning movement of Earth around its axis • The revolution of Earth results in the change of • A large spherical object that revolves around a star • system The sun along with its family of eight planets • The path of Earth along which it revolves around the sun • ...
Our Solar System 2020-08-06
9 Clues: Heavenly • Greek God • Our home! • Chocolate! • Greek Goddess • Brrr! It's cold there • Roman god of the seas • Oh those beautiful rings! • Also used in thermometers
Maori Solar System 2020-09-14
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- I am the second smallest planet in the solar system
- I live closest to the sun
- I am also known as the sideways planet
- I am the smallest gas giant and the and the furthest from the sun
- I have 90 times the atmospheric pressure of Earth
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- I am the largest planet
- I'm hot and made of burning gas
- I have 62 moons and am surrounded by rings
- I have a molten iron core
9 Clues: I am the largest planet • I live closest to the sun • I have a molten iron core • I'm hot and made of burning gas • I am also known as the sideways planet • I have 62 moons and am surrounded by rings • I have 90 times the atmospheric pressure of Earth • I am the second smallest planet in the solar system • I am the smallest gas giant and the and the furthest from the sun
The solar system 2020-09-21
9 Clues: the fourth planet. • the hottest planet. • the biggest planet. • the coldest and seventh planet. • the planet with the biggest ring. • the furthest planet from the Sun. • the planet with life and we live on. • the smallest and closest planet to the Sun. • the star and the center of the Solar System.
Our Solar System 2025-03-18
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- Home in the sky for astronauts. (12 letters)
- Space explorer. (9 letters)
- Twinkling light in the night sky. (4 letters)
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- Earth's round, glowing neighbor in the night sky. (4 letters)
- Shooting star, rock burning in the sky. (6 letters)
- Icy ball with a bright tail. (5 letters)
- Round object that orbits a star. (6 letters)
- Object that orbits Earth. (9 letters)
- Hot, bright star at the center of our solar system. (3 letters)
9 Clues: Space explorer. (9 letters) • Object that orbits Earth. (9 letters) • Icy ball with a bright tail. (5 letters) • Home in the sky for astronauts. (12 letters) • Round object that orbits a star. (6 letters) • Twinkling light in the night sky. (4 letters) • Shooting star, rock burning in the sky. (6 letters) • Earth's round, glowing neighbor in the night sky. (4 letters) • ...
Solar System Objects 2025-10-07
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- i'm hidden under toxic yellow clouds, hotter than any oven
- i used to be the ninth planet, now I'm a dwarf planet
- i'm red, dusty, and home to the tallest volcano in the solar system
- My rings make me stand out, and I could float in water if you found a big enough tub.
- i have liquid water and breathable air
- I am not a planet. I am the star that lights them all.
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- i'm farthest from the sun and have the fastest winds
- I am known for my great red spot
- i'm the smallest planet, closest to the sun, with no moons
9 Clues: I am known for my great red spot • i have liquid water and breathable air • i'm farthest from the sun and have the fastest winds • i used to be the ninth planet, now I'm a dwarf planet • I am not a planet. I am the star that lights them all. • i'm hidden under toxic yellow clouds, hotter than any oven • i'm the smallest planet, closest to the sun, with no moons • ...
Space 2018-09-25
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- the regions of the surface, atmosphere, and hydrosphere of the earth occupied by living organisms
- technique used to date materials such as rocks or carbon
- an element subject to spontaneous degeneration of its nucleus accompanied by the emission of alpha particles, beta particles, or gamma rays
- the theory that the solar and stellar systems were developed from a primeval nebula
- defined as metals with relatively high densities, atomic weights, or atomic numbers
- the collection of eight planets and their moons in orbit around the sun, together with smaller bodies in the form of asteroids, meteoroids, and comets
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- a celestial object consisting of a nucleus of ice and dust and, when near the sun, a “tail” of gas and dust particles pointing away from the sun
- a large planet of relatively low density consisting predominantly of hydrogen and helium
- a planet that is composed primarily of silicate rocks or metals
- the continuous flow of charged particles from the sun that permeates the solar system
- a small rocky body orbiting the sun
11 Clues: a small rocky body orbiting the sun • technique used to date materials such as rocks or carbon • a planet that is composed primarily of silicate rocks or metals • the theory that the solar and stellar systems were developed from a primeval nebula • defined as metals with relatively high densities, atomic weights, or atomic numbers • ...
KS3 Unit 5 - Space, Earth and Sustainability Crossword 2025-07-17
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- the solid rocks at the surface of the Earth.
- all the galaxies and the space between them.
- a pattern of stars.
- the line at which the Earth’s surface and the sky appear to meet.
- atmosphere the layers of gases that surround the Earth.
- getting rid of objects at the end of their use.
- these are materials that come from the Earth (minerals, metals, water etc).
- a star with planets and other objects orbiting it.
- an energy resource that will never run out (e.g. solar power)
- the length of time it takes a planet to go around the Sun once. One year on Earth is 365.25 days.
- oval shaped. The shape of a planet’s orbit around the Sun.
- a small lump of dirty ice orbiting the Sun.
- the force of attraction between any two objects. The Earth is very big and so has strong gravity that pulls everything down towards it.
- anything that orbits a planet.
- the middle of the Earth.
- rocks that contain sufficient metal compounds that it can be extracted to produce pure metal.
- rock formed from interlocking crystals.
- an igneous rock that has formed underground slowly. They have large crystals.
- molten rock that runs out of volcanoes.
- these are resources that will one day run out.
- the path that a planet takes around a star, or the path that a moon or satellite takes around a planet.
- a rock formed from interlocking crystals that are often lined up in layers.
- the point in the sky or celestial sphere directly above an observer.
- a flow of liquid or gas caused by part of it being heated or cooled more than the rest.
- a model of the solar system which stated that the Earth was the centre of the solar system.
- when rocks are broken up by physical, chemical or biological processes.
- the galaxy that our Solar System is in.
- porous rocks have tiny holes in them.
- the part of the Earth below the crust.
- using a material again, often by melting it and using it to make new objects.
- a huge ball of gas that gives out heat and light energy.
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- the theory that pieces of the Earth’s crust moved through the rocks beneath the ocean.
- a way of living that does not use up non-renewable resources or harm things in our surroundings. Something that is sustainable allows things to continue into the future.
- the two halves of a sphere – the shape you would get it you cut a solid ball in half.
- able to be broken down by bacteria or other living organisms.
- tiny pieces of plastic that can build up in the environment and living things.
- when rocks are broken up or worn away by chemical reactions, usually with rainwater.
- a model of the solar system which stated that the Sun is the centre of the solar system.
- molten rock beneath the surface of the Earth.
- a small body moving in the solar system that would become a meteor if it entered the Earth’s atmosphere.
- removing metal from metal ore so that it can be used to make things.
- site large area in which rubbish is left.
- the movement of loose and weathered rock.
- a rock formed from grins stuck together. The grains are often rounded.
- when an object is used again, without being broken up or recycled.
- single landmass of the Earth’s continents millions of years ago.
- the ability to withstand wear, pressure or damage.
- millions of stars grouped together.
- when rocks are worn away or broken up due to the activities of living things. For example, growing plant roots can split rocks apart.
- substances that do not break down naturally for many years when disposed of.
- a piece of rock or metal that has fallen to the Earth’s surface from outer space.
- the distance that light travels in one year.
- when rocks are worn away or broken up by physical processes such as changes in temperature.
- the chemicals that rocks are made from.
- a natural satellite of a planet.
- all the processes which form sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks linked together.
- an igneous rock that has formed above the crust in the air or water. They have small crystals.
- a cloud of gas and dust in outer space.
58 Clues: a pattern of stars. • the middle of the Earth. • anything that orbits a planet. • a natural satellite of a planet. • millions of stars grouped together. • porous rocks have tiny holes in them. • the part of the Earth below the crust. • rock formed from interlocking crystals. • molten rock that runs out of volcanoes. • the chemicals that rocks are made from. • ...
Vocab Words 2021-04-21
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- is a geographic coordinate that specifies the east–west position of a point on the Earth's surface
- portion of the Earth is engulfed in a shadow cast by the Moon which fully or partially blocks sunlight.
- average tidal ranges are slightly larger. This occurs twice each month
- tide that occurs three or four times per year when a perigee coincides with a spring tide
- is a geographic coordinate that specifies the north–south position of a point on the Earth's surface
- star at the center of the Solar System.
- description of the Universe with Earth at the center.
- force that pulls
- the point in the orbit of a planet, asteroid, or comet
- Earth's only proper natural satellite.
- Earth and planets revolve around the Sun at the center of the Universe.
- the alternate rising and falling of the sea
- waves of the electromagnetic field, propagating through space, carrying electromagnetic radiant energy.
- a celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit around a star
- transfer of heat
- decides how much we weigh and how far a basketball will travel when thrown before it returns to the surface.
- large planetary embryo
- the shadow cast by the earth or moon over an area experiencing a partial eclipse.
- one of the two angles that locate a point on the celestial sphere in the equatorial coordinate system
- the passing into the shadow of a celestial body
- minor planet of the inner Solar System
- the dark central part of a sunspot.
- gravitationally bound system of the Sun and the objects that orbit it,
- celestial body of going round in an orbit or elliptical course
- instant of time when the plane of Earth's equator passes through the geometric center of the Sun's disk
- icy,small Solar System body
- optical instrument using lenses, curved mirrors, or a combination of both to observe distant objects
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- squashed circle with two focus points or foci
- Kepler's three laws
- a small body moving in the solar system that would become a meteor if it entered the earth's atmosphere.
- illuminated area is increasing.
- the point in the orbit of a planet, asteroid, or comet at which it is closest to the sun.
- imaginary planetary line
- any of certain groupings of stars that were imagined
- east–west coordinate
- have a progressively smaller part of its visible surface illuminated, so that it appears to decrease in size.
- distance from the center of the earth to the center of the sun.
- the action of rotating around an axis or center.
- a fixed luminous point in the night sky which is a large, remote incandescent body like the sun.
- planetary-mass object that does not dominate its region of space
- small rocky or metallic body in outer space.
- single-stranded sequence of DNA or RNA
- each of the four divisions of the year
43 Clues: force that pulls • transfer of heat • Kepler's three laws • east–west coordinate • large planetary embryo • imaginary planetary line • icy,small Solar System body • illuminated area is increasing. • the dark central part of a sunspot. • Earth's only proper natural satellite. • single-stranded sequence of DNA or RNA • minor planet of the inner Solar System • ...
Space 2024-04-09
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- to become weaker in strength or influence
- something that is related to the moon
- the angle between the planet's rotational axis and its orbital axis
- The seventh planet from the Sun
- a theory in astronomy
- a rock that falls to Earth from space
- when day and night are of approximately equal length
- an astronaut of the Soviet or Russian space program.
- a region of space between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter where most of the asteroids in our Solar System are found orbiting the Sun.
- one of two ice giants in the outer solar system
- shooting stars are
- moon in which its whole disk is illuminated
- a place in space where gravity pulls so much that even light can not get out
- often simply means "universe"
- an oval-shaped path, like a slightly elongated circle
- The fourth planet from the Sun
- a gas giant made up mostly of hydrogen and helium
- a star of relatively small size and low luminosity
- an object hitting the surface
- A group of stars seen as forming a figure or design in the sky
- a piece of rock
- system of two stars that are gravitationally bound to and in orbit around each other.
- the moon when half its disk appears illuminated
- a piece of glass or other transparent substance
- the planet on which we live
- around 24 hours is a
- fine, dry powder
- a small, icy object that orbits the sun
- the force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth
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- a certain phase of the moon, when it's bulging outward but isn't quite full.
- how compact or concentrated something is
- a celestial body that is in orbit around
- third phase of the moon cycle
- whose orbits are closer to the sun than the earth's
- the moon does what
- any region in space outside the solar system
- the natural satellite of the earth
- a continuous area or expanse which is free
- Pluto is known as a
- happens when Earth passes through the path of a comet.
- a system of millions or billions of stars
- the Greek god of the underworld
- an occasion when the sun looks like it is completely
- an expert in or student of astronomy
- The sixth planet from the Sun and the second largest
- the great circle that is the apparent path of the Sun among the constellations in the course of a year
- womanhood, fertility, intuitiveness, psyche and empowerment.
- are the four planets closest to the Sun are called
- small, rocky objects
- collection of eight planets and their moons in orbit around the sun
- the study of everything in the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere
- a small body moving in the solar system that would become a meteor
- the Roman goddess of love and beauty
- a heavy silver-white poisonous metallic element that is liquid at ordinary temperatures
54 Clues: a piece of rock • fine, dry powder • the moon does what • shooting stars are • Pluto is known as a • small, rocky objects • around 24 hours is a • a theory in astronomy • the planet on which we live • third phase of the moon cycle • often simply means "universe" • an object hitting the surface • The fourth planet from the Sun • The seventh planet from the Sun • ...
Planetary Science Crossword Puzzle 2022-12-20
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- a Moon shape that is larger than a first or third quarter, but smaller than a full Moon.
- system, a region of space with a system of objects orbiting a star (the solar system).
- spectrum, all electromagnetic radiation arranged in order of energy level.
- the force that pulls objects to a surface.
- a planet orbiting a star other than our Sun.
- an object that orbits a star and has its own gravity to force it to a spherical shape (Mars).
- a change in land created by an impact (the Moon’s craters).
- Star, the star pointed to by Earth’s North Pole.
- of reference, the assemblage of objects, distances, and directions that you use to establish the location of something.
- a representation of thinking to help others understand what you are saying.
- a big collection of billions of stars, interstellar gas, and dust (the Milky Way)
- fuel, the remains of organisms that lived long ago that were preserved.
- Belt, the region of the solar system beyond the orbit of Neptune.
- a rocky object that orbits the Sun.
- eclipse, when the Earth is exactly between the Moon and the Sun.
- light, wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation that can be seen by the human eye.
- a cloud of gas and dust in space between stars.
- a chunk of a material that is only a few kilometers in size.
- Earth’s natural satellite.
- period, how long it takes an object to orbit another object.
- the dark surface of cooled magma in a flooded crater.
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- a small- or medium-sized piece of rock or metal from space.
- a layer of gases that surround an object (Earth’s atmosphere).
- the path an object takes to orbit another object (Earth’s revolution around the Sun).
- a collection of interacting parts.
- light-colored areas of the Moon with lots of rough mountains and craters.
- dwarf, the stage of a star when it has no more fuel for nuclear reactions.
- the path an object takes when it travels around another object.
- giant, the stage of a star when it becomes very large and has a relatively cool surface.
- each different shape of the Moon (full Moon, first quarter, third quarter, new Moon).
- something that has something to do with the Moon.
- moon, the phase of the Moon when you can see the whole Moon when it’s white.
- line, a bright line of a spectrum
- an imaginary axle that a planet spins on.
- crater, a crater with central peaks.
- planet, a round planet that orbits the Sun (Pluto).
- a day of the year when the Sun’s rays shine straight down the equator.
- a streak of light in the sky from gravel- and pebble-sized meteoroids.
- bang theory, the theory that one single explosion created the universe.
- the total of all things that can be observed or detected.
- Way, the name of the galaxy that our solar system is a part of.
41 Clues: Earth’s natural satellite. • line, a bright line of a spectrum • a collection of interacting parts. • a rocky object that orbits the Sun. • crater, a crater with central peaks. • an imaginary axle that a planet spins on. • the force that pulls objects to a surface. • a planet orbiting a star other than our Sun. • a cloud of gas and dust in space between stars. • ...
Solar System Forces Vocabulary 2022-12-05
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- The point in a planets orbit when it is the furthest from the sun.
- the planets that now orbit the sun.
- objects that orbited the young sun that eventually
- this would not include comets, meteors.
- Any planet found OUTSIDE our solar system
- theory Current accepted theory on how solar system formed.
- An object that revolves around the sun or other
- An elliptical path that object takes as it revolves around another object.
- Outer planets known as Gas Giants, like Jupiter.
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- Planets with solid rocky surfaces, inner planets like Mercury.
- A cloud of gas and dust in space.
- Is a term used to describe the orbit of an object. It tells you how round or oval the orbit is.
- The point in a planets orbit that is the closest to the sun.
13 Clues: A cloud of gas and dust in space. • the planets that now orbit the sun. • this would not include comets, meteors. • Any planet found OUTSIDE our solar system • An object that revolves around the sun or other • Outer planets known as Gas Giants, like Jupiter. • objects that orbited the young sun that eventually • ...
solar system crossword puzzle 2023-10-02
13 Clues: the red planet • hottest planet • blazing hot ball • spins on its side • to spin on its axis • very small and cold • a natural satellite • has a dark blue spot • has a great red spot • has the biggest rings • to go around something • smallest planet in the solar system • made from the moons gravitational pull
Answers for December 2025-12-06
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- To borrow books
- Star in our solar system
- After winter
- Where students learn
- Of tree with acorns
- With pyramids
- Season in tropical regions
- We drink daily
- Natural stream of water
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- For communication
- Dessert often with frosting
- Object in night sky
- Who flies aircraft
- Of everything
- Red fruit often in pies
- Continent
- To tell time
- On rails
18 Clues: On rails • Continent • After winter • To tell time • Of everything • With pyramids • We drink daily • To borrow books • For communication • Who flies aircraft • Object in night sky • Of tree with acorns • Where students learn • Red fruit often in pies • Natural stream of water • Star in our solar system • Season in tropical regions • Dessert often with frosting
Planets 2023-10-13
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- is the most massive and second-largest known dwarf planet in the Solar System.
- Is an ice giant with a unique feature – it rotates on its side, giving it a distinctive appearance.
- Is a dwarf planet in the Kuiper belt, a ring of bodies beyond the orbit of Neptune.
- The only planet known to support life.
- It has a diameter approximately that of Saturn's moon Iapetus, or 60% that of Pluto.
- The largest planet in the solar system.
- Often called Earth's "sister planet" due to its similar size and composition.
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- A non-resonant object, it measures approximately 1,086 km in diameter.
- Is a small, rocky world with a thin atmosphere.
- The farthest known planet from the Sun.
- Is a dwarf planet in the outermost reaches of the Solar System discovered in 2003.
- It was the first asteroid discovered, on 1 January 1801, by Giuseppe Piazzi at Palermo Astronomical Observatory in Sicily and announced as a new planet.
- Is another gas giant with a wide array of moons, including Titan, which has a thick atmosphere and lakes of liquid methane.
- It was discovered in 2004 by a team headed by Mike Brown of Caltech at the Palomar Observatory in the United States and disputably also in 2005 by a team headed by José Luis Ortiz Moreno at the Sierra Nevada Observatory in Spain.
- Often referred to as the "Red Planet" because of its reddish appearance.
15 Clues: The only planet known to support life. • The farthest known planet from the Sun. • The largest planet in the solar system. • Is a small, rocky world with a thin atmosphere. • A non-resonant object, it measures approximately 1,086 km in diameter. • Often referred to as the "Red Planet" because of its reddish appearance. • ...
