The Solar System and Gravity

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What are the gaseous planets in our solar system?

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Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are the gaseous planets.

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What is the term for planets that have a solid surface?

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Rocky planets.

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What is the primary force that governs the motion of planets in the solar system?

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Gravitational attraction of the Sun.

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How does distance between two objects affect gravitational attraction?

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Objects with greater distance from each other will have less gravity.

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What is the difference between a gaseous planet and a rocky planet?

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Gaseous planets are made mainly of gases and have no solid surface, while rocky planets have a solid surface.

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Which planet is closest to the Sun?

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Mercury.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter.

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What role does gravity play in the solar system?

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Gravity keeps planets in orbit around the Sun and governs their motion.

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What is the smallest planet in our solar system?

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Mercury.

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Which planet is known for its prominent ring system?

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Saturn.