Stars vs Planets

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What is a star?

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A star is a massive, luminous sphere of plasma held together by gravity, producing light and heat through nuclear fusion.

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What is a planet?

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A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris.

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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 caused by iron oxide on its surface.

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What is the hottest planet in our solar system?

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Venus is the hottest planet due to its thick atmosphere that traps heat.

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What are constellations?

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Constellations are groups of stars that form recognizable patterns in the night sky.

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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 closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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What color are the hottest stars?

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The hottest stars are blue.

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What is the main difference between stars and planets?

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Stars produce their own light and heat, while planets do not; they reflect the light of stars.

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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.