Solar System

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Why do the planets orbit the sun?

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The sun is so massive that it has a very large gravitational pull, which causes objects to orbit it.

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Why is making a model of the solar system difficult?

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The solar system is so big and the objects in it are so small in comparison.

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Where does the moon get its light from?

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The Moon gets light from the sun.

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Which planet is the closest to our sun?

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Mercury.

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Our Solar System_________

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Has 8 planets, but is mostly empty space.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter.

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What is the main component of the sun?

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Hydrogen.

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What force keeps the planets in orbit around the sun?

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Gravitational force.

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What is the term for a planet's path around the sun?

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Orbit.

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Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

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Mars.