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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How many planets are in our solar system?

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There are eight planets in our solar system.

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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 are terrestrial planets?

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Terrestrial planets are rocky planets that are closer to the Sun, including Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What are gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are mostly made of gas and include Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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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.

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What do all planets in the solar system orbit?

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All planets in the solar system orbit the Sun.

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What is the difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and smaller, while outer planets are larger and mostly made of gas.

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What is an asteroid?

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An asteroid is a small rocky body that orbits the Sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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What is a comet?

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A comet is a small icy body that, when passing close to the Sun, heats up and releases gas and dust, forming a glowing coma and tail.