Solar System

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What is the Solar System?

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The Solar System is a collection of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and other celestial bodies that orbit the Sun.

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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 are inner planets?

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Inner planets are the four planets closest to the Sun: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. They are made of solid rock.

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What are outer planets?

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Outer planets are the four planets farthest from the Sun: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. They are mostly made of gases.

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How long does it take Earth to orbit the Sun?

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It takes Earth about 365 days to complete one orbit around the Sun.

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What is a moon?

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A moon is a natural satellite that orbits a planet.

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Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

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Mars is known as the Red Planet due to its reddish appearance.

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What is the largest planet in the Solar System?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System.

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What happens to a planet's climate if it moves farther from the Sun?

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If a planet moves farther from the Sun, its climate is likely to become colder.

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What is the main component of the Sun?

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The Sun is mainly composed of hydrogen and helium.