Solar System

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What is the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region in space located between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter, filled with numerous small rocky bodies called asteroids.

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What are terrestrial planets?

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Terrestrial planets are rocky planets that have solid surfaces. In our solar system, Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars are considered terrestrial planets.

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Which planet is known for its extensive ring system?

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Saturn is known for having the most extensive and visible ring system in the solar system.

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What is the largest moon of Saturn?

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Titan is the largest moon of Saturn and is known for its thick atmosphere.

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What is the hottest planet in the solar system?

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Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system due to its thick atmosphere that traps heat.

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What are gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are primarily composed of gases, such as hydrogen and helium. In our solar system, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are gas giants.

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What is the main component of Saturn's rings?

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Saturn's rings are primarily made up of ice particles, along with smaller amounts of rocky debris and dust.

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun in our solar system.

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What is unique about Pluto?

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Pluto is classified as a dwarf planet and was once considered the ninth planet in our solar system.

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What is the second planet from the Sun?

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Venus is the second planet from the Sun.