SC.5.E.5.3 Solar System

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What is the Solar System?

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The Solar System is a collection of celestial bodies, including the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, that are bound by gravity.

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What is a planet?

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A planet is a large celestial body that orbits a star, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris.

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Which planet is known for its big red spot?

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Jupiter is known for its big red spot, which is a giant storm.

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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How many rocky planets are in the Solar System?

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There are 4 rocky planets in the Solar System: Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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Which planet is the farthest from the Sun?

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Neptune is the farthest planet from the Sun.

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What is the smallest planet in the Solar System?

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Mercury is the smallest planet in the Solar System.

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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, such as Jupiter and Saturn.

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What is the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region in space between Mars and Jupiter where many small rocky bodies orbit the Sun.

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What is a moon?

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A moon is a natural satellite that orbits a planet.