Solar System

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Which planet is sometimes called the 'red planet'?

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Mars is known as the 'red planet' due to its reddish appearance, which is caused by iron oxide (rust) 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, known for its Great Red Spot and many moons.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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What type of giant is Uranus classified as?

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Uranus is classified as an 'ice giant' because it has a larger proportion of water, ammonia, and methane compared to gas giants.

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How many days does it take the Earth to revolve around the sun?

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It takes approximately 365 days for the Earth to complete one revolution around the sun.

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Which planet is the sixth from the sun?

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Saturn is the sixth planet from the sun, famous for its stunning rings.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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What is the main component of the Sun?

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The Sun is primarily composed of hydrogen (about 74%) and helium (about 24%).

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What is a dwarf planet?

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A dwarf planet is a celestial body that orbits the sun and is similar to a planet but does not clear its orbit of other debris.

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Name the four terrestrial planets in our Solar System.

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The four terrestrial planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, characterized by their rocky surfaces.

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What is the asteroid belt?

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The asteroid belt is a region between Mars and Jupiter where many small rocky bodies orbit the sun.

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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.