4.5 Solar System

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What is the Solar System?

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The Solar System is a collection of celestial bodies, including the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and meteoroids, that are bound by gravity.

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List the planets in order from smallest to largest.

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Mercury, Mars, Venus, Earth, Neptune, Uranus, Saturn, Jupiter.

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Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet'?

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Mars is known as the 'Red Planet' due to its reddish appearance caused by iron oxide on its surface.

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What is a gas giant?

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A gas giant is a large planet that is not primarily composed of solid matter. Examples include Jupiter and Saturn.

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Which planet is the third from the Sun?

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Earth is the third planet from the Sun.

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What is the largest planet in our Solar System?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in our Solar System.

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What is the main component of the Sun?

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The Sun is primarily composed of hydrogen and helium.

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Which planet has rings?

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Saturn is well-known for its prominent rings.

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What is the closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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What is the significance of Earth's atmosphere?

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Earth's atmosphere protects life by blocking harmful solar radiation and maintaining a stable climate.