Solar System

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What is the current status of Pluto in relation to being classified as a planet?

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Pluto is not considered a planet because it is too small and its orbit is influenced by another star.

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Has the definition of a planet changed over time?

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Yes, the standards for what constitutes a planet have changed several times.

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From where does the Moon receive its light?

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The Moon gets its light from the Sun.

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What constitutes the solar system?

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The solar system consists of the Sun, planets, and all other objects that orbit the Sun.

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What does 1 AU represent in terms of distance from the Sun?

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1 AU (Astronomical Unit) is the average distance from the Earth to the Sun.

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How far is Neptune from the Sun in AU?

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Neptune is 30 AU away from the Sun.

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What is the significance of the term 'AU' in astronomy?

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AU stands for Astronomical Unit, a standard unit of measurement used to describe distances within the solar system.

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What are the main components of the solar system?

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The main components of the solar system include the Sun, eight planets, their moons, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids.

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What is the difference between a planet and a dwarf planet?

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A planet is a celestial body that orbits the Sun, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris, while a dwarf planet is similar but has not cleared its orbit.

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What role does the Sun play in the solar system?

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The Sun is the central star of the solar system, providing light and gravitational pull that keeps the planets and other objects in orbit.

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