Solar System

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What is the primary source of light for Earth?

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The Sun is the primary source of light for Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What do all planets in our solar system have in common?

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All planets in our solar system orbit the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What are the inner planets of the solar system?

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The inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What are the outer planets of the solar system?

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The outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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What are the main components of the inner planets?

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The inner planets are primarily made of rocks.

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What are the main components of the outer planets?

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The outer planets are primarily made of gas.

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Define 'orbit' in the context of celestial bodies.

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An orbit is the path an object takes as it revolves around a star, planet, or moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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How many planets are there in our solar system?

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There are eight planets in our solar system.

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What is the difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and closer to the Sun, while outer planets are gas giants and farther from the Sun.

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Which planet is closest to the Sun?

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Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun.