SC.5.E.5.3 Solar System

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What is the Solar System?

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The Solar System is a collection of celestial bodies, including the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids, that are bound by gravity.

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How many planets are in the Solar System?

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There are eight planets in the Solar System.

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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 are rocky planets?

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Rocky planets, also known as terrestrial planets, are planets that are primarily composed of rock and metal. In our Solar System, they include Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What are gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are primarily composed of gases, such as hydrogen and helium. In our Solar System, Jupiter and Saturn are gas giants.

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Which planet is known for its rings?

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Saturn is known for its prominent rings.

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What is the hottest planet in the Solar System?

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Venus is the hottest planet in the Solar System due to its thick atmosphere that traps heat.

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What is the Great Red Spot?

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The Great Red Spot is a giant storm on Jupiter that has been raging for hundreds of years.

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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 caused by iron oxide on its surface.

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.