Question

drag and drop the items to accurately place them in order based on their relative sizes from smallest to largest.

1. comet

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
galaxy
solar system
planet
star
universe

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the relative sizes of celestial objects:

1. Comet: Smallest (irregular, small icy body).
2. Planet: Larger than a comet (spherical, orbits a star).
3. Star: Larger than a planet (massive, generates energy).
4. Solar System: Contains a star + planets/comets (larger than a star).
5. Galaxy: Contains billions of stars/solar systems (larger than a solar system).
6. Universe: Encompasses all galaxies, stars, etc. (largest).

Answer:

1. planet
2. star
3. solar system
4. galaxy
5. universe