Structure of the Solar System

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What is the structure of the Solar System?

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The Solar System consists of the Sun, eight planets, their moons, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other celestial bodies, all bound by gravity.

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What causes the apparent motion of stars in a constellation?

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The apparent motion of stars in a constellation is caused by the Earth's rotation on its axis.

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What is retrograde motion?

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Retrograde motion is the apparent backward motion of a planet in its orbit as observed from Earth.

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Which planet is known for its prominent ring system?

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Saturn is known for its prominent ring system.

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What distinguishes a dwarf planet from a regular planet?

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A dwarf planet has large objects in its orbit, which distinguishes it from a regular planet.

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What did the Ptolemaic model assert about the solar system?

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The Ptolemaic model suggested that the Sun revolves around the Earth.

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What is the main difference between planets and dwarf planets?

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Planets are large celestial bodies that orbit the Sun, while dwarf planets are smaller and have not cleared their orbital paths.

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What is the role of gravity in the Solar System?

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Gravity is the force that keeps celestial bodies in orbit around the Sun and maintains the structure of the Solar System.

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What are the eight planets in the Solar System?

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The eight planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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What is an asteroid?

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An asteroid is a small rocky body that orbits the Sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.