6th Grade Solar System

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What are the phases of the moon caused by?

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The phases of the moon are caused by different areas of the moon's surface being lighted by the sun.

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Which planet is known as the only one where humans can survive in their natural state?

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Earth is the only planet on which man can survive in his natural state.

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Are the outer planets classified as terrestrial planets?

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False, the outer planets are not terrestrial planets; they are gas giants.

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Which planet is most similar to Earth in terms of conditions?

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Mars is the planet most like Earth.

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What is the Kuiper Belt?

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The Kuiper Belt is an area of small, icy objects, which includes Pluto.

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What are terrestrial planets?

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Terrestrial planets are rocky planets that 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 hydrogen and helium, including Jupiter and Saturn.

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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 many small rocky bodies.

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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 main component of the sun?

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The sun is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium.