Hays 3rd Grade Solar System Review

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What is the FASTEST moving planet?

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Mercury is the fastest moving planet in our solar system.

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What model is represented by Earth's Orbit?

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Earth's Orbit is the path Earth takes around the Sun.

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How many moons do the outer planets have?

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The outer planets have many moons.

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What are the inner planets known for?

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The inner planets are small compared to the outer planets.

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Which planets are considered the outer planets?

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The outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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What is the main difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are small and rocky, while outer planets are large and gaseous.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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What is Earth's rotation?

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Earth's rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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Day and night are caused by Earth's rotation on its axis.