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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What is gravity?

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Gravity is a force that attracts two bodies towards each other, depending on their masses and the distance between them.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.

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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 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 closest planet to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.

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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 celestial body made of ice, dust, and rocky material that, when close to the Sun, develops a glowing coma and tail.

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What is the main source of energy for the solar system?

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The Sun is the main source of energy for the solar system.

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What is a moon?

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A moon is a natural satellite that orbits a planet.