Solar System

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What is the primary difference between asteroids and comets?

Back

Comets have tails when near the Sun, while asteroids do not.

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What is the 5th planet from the Sun known for its large size and many moons?

Back

Jupiter is the 5th planet from the Sun, the largest planet, a gas giant, and has a large red spot.

Front

What planet is the 3rd from the Sun and supports life?

Back

Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun, has one moon, orbits the Sun in 365 days, and has life.

Front

Which planet is known for its spectacular rings and is the 6th from the Sun?

Back

Saturn is the 6th planet from the Sun, known for its rings made mostly of ice and gas.

Front

What planet is the 2nd from the Sun and is known as 'Earth's Twin'?

Back

Venus is the 2nd planet from the Sun, covered with volcanoes, has no moon, and rotates slowly.

Front

What are asteroids primarily made of?

Back

Asteroids are primarily made of rock and metal.

Front

What is a comet primarily made of?

Back

Comets are primarily made of ice, dust, and rocky material.

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

Front

Which planet has the most moons?

Back

Jupiter has the most moons of any planet in our solar system.

Front

What is the hottest planet in our solar system?

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Venus is the hottest planet due to its thick atmosphere trapping heat.