SC.8.E.5.7- Solar System

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What is the role of the atmosphere in relation to harmful radiation?

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The atmosphere protects the Earth from harmful radiation.

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What is the term used to describe the collection of planets, moons, comets, and asteroids that orbit a star?

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Solar system.

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What is the name of the galaxy that contains Earth?

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Milky Way.

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Is Pluto considered a dwarf planet?

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Yes, Pluto is considered a dwarf planet.

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Why is Venus hotter than other planets despite being further from the Sun?

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Venus’ atmosphere is so dense that heat is trapped and can barely escape, making it hotter than other planets.

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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, planets, moons, comets, and asteroids.

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What is the significance of the Milky Way galaxy in astronomy?

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The Milky Way galaxy is significant as it is the galaxy that contains our solar system and Earth.

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What defines a dwarf planet?

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A dwarf planet is a celestial body that orbits the Sun, is spherical in shape, but has not cleared its neighboring region of other objects.

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How does the density of Venus' atmosphere contribute to its temperature?

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The density of Venus' atmosphere traps heat, preventing it from escaping, which results in extremely high surface temperatures.

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

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A planet has cleared its orbit of other debris, while a dwarf planet has not.