Earth and Space Science

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How many planets are in the solar system?

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There are 8 planets in the solar system.

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What is located at the center of the solar system?

Back

The sun is located at the center of the solar system.

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Which season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during the winter solstice?

Back

Winter occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during the winter solstice.

Front

Which of the following does NOT orbit directly around the sun?

Back

Moons do not orbit directly around the sun; they orbit planets.

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What is the farthest planet from the sun?

Back

Neptune is the farthest planet from the sun.

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What are the four terrestrial planets in our solar system?

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

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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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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.

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What is the difference between a planet and a moon?

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A planet orbits the sun, while a moon orbits a planet.