Solar System and Gravity

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What are the inner planets of the solar system?

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The inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. They are rocky and have a solid outer layer.

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Which planet is the largest in the solar system?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system.

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Why is Mars called the 'red planet'?

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Mars is called the 'red planet' because of its iron-rich soil, which gives it a reddish appearance.

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Where are most asteroids found in the solar system?

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Most asteroids are found in the asteroid belt located between Mars and Jupiter.

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What is the main characteristic of the outer planets?

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The outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune) are gas giants and do not have solid surfaces.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies towards each other, depending on their masses and the distance between them.

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How does gravity affect the solar system?

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Gravity keeps the planets in orbit around the sun and governs the motion of celestial bodies.

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What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

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A planet orbits a star (like the sun), while a moon orbits a planet.

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What is the significance of the Kuiper Belt?

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The Kuiper Belt is a region beyond Neptune that contains many small icy bodies and is the source of short-period comets.

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What are comets primarily made of?

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