Science Activity Day – Planet Facts

Planet facts

Can you remember the names of all the planets? What was your mnemonic? If you can’t recall it, then create a new one. Why not try and teach your mnemonic to someone else at home?

Here are some Solar System questions. Are you ready? First, try to answer the questions without any research and see how you do. If not, then check on the internet! I have provided the answers just in case.

1. Which is the largest planet in the solar system and which is the smallest?
2. What shape are all the planets?
3. Name one planet that does not have a moon.
4. Jupiter and Neptune are rocky planets. True or false?

5. Mars and Venus are icy planets. True or false?
6. Name the the coldest planet.
7. Which planet is famous for its rings?
8. Which planet is closest to the Sun and which is furthest away?
9. Name the brightest and hottest planet.
10. Which planet is known as the watery planet?
11. Which planet has at least 50 moons?
12. Which is the only planet to support life?

Solar system questions and answers

Now, if you have time, why not become an expert on a planet that you know very little about? Carry out some research and see what you can find out. Think about what it’s famous for, the number of moons, whether it has rings and whether it is a rocky or icy planet.

 

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