Our Solar System

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Which planet in our solar system is closest to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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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.

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What is a comet?

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A comet is a small celestial body that orbits the Sun and is made of ice, dust, and rocky material. When close to the Sun, it develops a glowing coma and a tail.

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What planet is eighth in the Solar System?

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Neptune is the eighth planet in our Solar System.

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Which planet is the only one known to have liquid water?

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Earth is the only planet known to have liquid water on its surface.

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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 smallest planet in our Solar System?

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Mercury is the smallest 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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What are the four terrestrial planets?

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The four terrestrial planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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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 Jupiter and Saturn.