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Which planet in the Solar System is Earth?
Which planet in the Solar System is Earth?
What is the shape of Earth?
What is the shape of Earth?
What percentage of Earth is covered by water?
What percentage of Earth is covered by water?
What is the primary function of Earth's magnetic field?
What is the primary function of Earth's magnetic field?
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What is Earth's natural satellite?
What is Earth's natural satellite?
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Which planet is the Earth's closest neighbor?
Which planet is the Earth's closest neighbor?
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What is the primary reason Earth is called the 'Blue Planet'?
What is the primary reason Earth is called the 'Blue Planet'?
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What is the primary role of the Ozone layer in Earth's atmosphere?
What is the primary role of the Ozone layer in Earth's atmosphere?
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What is the approximate percentage of Earth's surface that is covered by islands and continents?
What is the approximate percentage of Earth's surface that is covered by islands and continents?
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What is the composition of Earth's inner core?
What is the composition of Earth's inner core?
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Study Notes
Earth Overview
- Earth is the third planet in the Solar System.
Earth's Shape and Composition
- Earth is approximately spherical in shape.
- The inner core of Earth is composed of solid iron and nickel.
Water Coverage
- About 71% of Earth's surface is covered by water.
Earth's Magnetic Field
- The primary function of Earth's magnetic field is to protect the planet from harmful solar and cosmic radiation.
Earth's Satellite
- Earth has one natural satellite, which is the Moon.
Earth's Nearest Neighbor
- Venus is Earth's closest neighbor in the Solar System.
Earth's Nickname
- Earth is called the 'Blue Planet' due to the large amount of water that covers its surface.
Ozone Layer
- The primary role of the Ozone layer in Earth's atmosphere is to absorb and shield the planet from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
Landmass Coverage
- About 29% of Earth's surface is covered by islands and continents.
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Description
Test your knowledge about Earth with this quiz! Learn fascinating facts about the third planet from the Sun, including its size, shape, and its nickname as the "Blue Planet." Discover more about Earth's orbit around the Sun and its natural satellite. Put your knowledge to the test and see how much you know about our home planet.
