Exploring the Solar System
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Solar System
The collection of the Sun and all the planets and other celestial bodies that orbit it.
Sun
A big star at the center of the Solar System that provides light and heat.
Planets
Celestial bodies that orbit a star, including rocky planets and gas giants.
Earth
The third planet from the Sun and the only known planet to support life.
Gas Giants
The four largest planets in the Solar System, which are mostly made of gas: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.
Rocky Planets
Planets with solid surfaces, including Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.
Moons
Natural satellites that orbit around planets.
Asteroids
Small rocks in space found mostly in the asteroid belt.
Space Exploration
The investigation of outer space through the use of spacecraft and astronauts.
Importance of the Sun
The Sun is crucial for life on Earth, affecting weather, seasons, and plant growth.
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