Solar System

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What are dwarf planets?

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Dwarf planets are celestial bodies that orbit the Sun and are similar to planets but do not clear their orbital path of other debris. Examples include Pluto, Eris, Haumea, Makemake, and Ceres.

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What is the largest celestial body in our Solar System?

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The Sun is the largest celestial body in our Solar System, containing more than 99% of its total mass.

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What is unique about Mercury's atmosphere?

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Mercury has no significant atmosphere, which means it cannot retain heat and experiences extreme temperature fluctuations.

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Which planet is known for its rings?

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Saturn is known for its prominent and beautiful rings, which are made up of ice and rock particles.

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What is the distance of Earth from the Sun?

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Earth is approximately 93 million miles (150 million kilometers) away from the Sun.

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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, which is caused by iron oxide (rust) on its surface.

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What is the significance of the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region between Mars and Jupiter that contains numerous rocky bodies. It is believed to be remnants from the early solar system that never formed into a planet.

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What is the rotation axis of Uranus?

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Uranus has a unique rotation axis that is tilted at an angle of about 98 degrees, causing it to rotate on its side.

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What are comets?

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Comets are icy celestial bodies that release gas or dust. They typically have a bright coma and a tail when they come close to the Sun.

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What is the difference between a meteoroid, meteor, and meteorite?

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A meteoroid is a small rocky or metallic body in outer space. When it enters Earth's atmosphere and produces a bright streak of light, it is called a meteor. If it survives the passage and lands on Earth, it is called a meteorite.