Planets of the Solar System

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The largest known volcano in the solar system, Olympus Mons, is located on this planet.

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Mars

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Almost Earth’s twin in size and mass, this planet has very thick atmosphere.

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Venus

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This is the only planet in the solar system with oceans of liquid water.

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Earth

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Which planet has little gravity, is closest to the sun, and has no atmosphere? Options: Mars, Venus, Mercury, Earth

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Mercury

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The surface of this planet appears red due to rusting iron in the rocks.

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Mars

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This gas giant has a large storm in its atmosphere known as The Red Spot.

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Jupiter

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Most likely due to a massive collision, this planet rotates from top to bottom: Saturn, Venus, Neptune, Uranus

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Uranus

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Some scientists believe that this dwarf planet is actually a very large comet caught in a permanent orbit.

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Pluto

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This cold, blue planet was discovered by a mathematical prediction.

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Neptune

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This is the largest planet in the solar system.

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Jupiter