Solar System

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What is the 3rd planet from the Sun?

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Earth, which has one moon, orbits the sun in 365 days, and has life.

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Which planet is the closest to the Sun?

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Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system, has extreme temperatures and no moons.

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What planet is known for rotating on its side and is the 7th from the Sun?

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Uranus, a gas giant with a blue-green color.

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What is a celestial body that orbits a star?

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A planet; there are 8 planets in our solar system.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What is a galaxy?

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A huge group of stars, star systems, star clusters, dust, and gas bound together by gravity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter, known for its Great Red Spot and many moons.

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What is the term for a natural satellite that orbits a planet?

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Moon; Earth has one moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the name of the 4th planet from the Sun?

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Mars, known as the Red Planet due to its iron oxide surface.

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What is the term for a small rocky body that orbits the Sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt?

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Asteroid.

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What is the name of the 8th planet from the Sun?

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Neptune, known for its deep blue color and strong winds.