Solar System (SOL 4.5, 4.6)

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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, and comets, that are bound by gravity.

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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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Which planet is known as the hottest?

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Venus is known as the hottest planet in our solar system.

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What are the four inner planets?

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

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What is the main source of light and heat for the solar system?

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The Sun is the main source of light and heat for the solar system.

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What is the difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and closer to the Sun, while outer planets are gas giants and farther from the Sun.

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How does Earth move in space?

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Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the Sun in an elliptical orbit.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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Seasons are caused by the tilt of Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

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What is an orbit?

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An orbit is the path an object takes as it moves around another object in space.

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What is a comet?

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A comet is a small celestial body made of ice, dust, and rocky material that orbits the Sun.