Solar System

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What is the Solar System?

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The Solar System is a collection of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and the Sun, all bound by gravity.

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Which planet is closest to the Sun?

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Mercury is the planet closest 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 the largest planet in the Solar System?

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Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System.

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What is an orbit?

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An orbit is the path that a planet takes as it moves around the Sun.

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How long does it take Earth to orbit the Sun?

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It takes Earth about 365 days to complete one orbit around the Sun.

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What happens to a planet's climate if it moves closer to the Sun?

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A planet's climate would generally become hotter if it moves closer to the Sun.

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What is a moon?

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A moon is a natural satellite that orbits a planet.

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Which planet has the most moons?

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As of now, Saturn has the most moons in the Solar System.

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What is the main source of light and heat in the Solar System?

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The Sun is the main source of light and heat in the Solar System.