The Solar System
Study Guide
(Use your class notes and pp. B34-B50 to prepare.)


Part One will consist of matching and is worth 12 points.  Make sure you know the following terms:

big-bang theory
gas giants
geocentric model
heliocentric model
inner planets
outer planets
solar system
satellite
terrestrial
Part Two will consist of completing a Venn Diagram in which you will compare the inner and outer planets.  Part Two is worth 8 points.  Here is a Venn Diagram that you may use to help in your studying.

Inner Planets                  Both                   Outer Planets

2 overlapping circles

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