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 are the inner planets?

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The inner planets, also known as rocky planets, include Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. They are characterized by their solid surfaces.

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What are the outer planets?

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The outer planets, also known as gas giants, include Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. They are mostly composed of gases and have thick atmospheres.

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What is a moon phase?

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A moon phase is the shape of the illuminated portion of the Moon as seen from Earth, which changes in a cycle of about 29.5 days.

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What is a Full Moon?

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A Full Moon occurs when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun, making it appear round and bright.

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What is a Last Quarter Moon?

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A Last Quarter Moon occurs when half of the Moon is illuminated and is the phase after a Full Moon.

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What is a Waning Gibbous Moon?

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A Waning Gibbous Moon occurs after a Full Moon when more than half of the Moon is still illuminated but decreasing.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force that attracts two bodies towards each other, keeping planets in orbit around the Sun and pulling objects towards the Earth.

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What is inertia?

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Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion. It keeps a basketball player in the air until gravity pulls them down.

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Which planet is the hottest in the Solar System?

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