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What is the primary distinction between a planet and an asteroid?

  • Planets orbit the sun, while asteroids don't.
  • Asteroids revolve around other celestial bodies.
  • Asteroids are composed entirely of gas.
  • Planets are larger than asteroids. (correct)
  • Which statement accurately explains the arrangement of the planets in the solar system?

  • All planets are in contact with each other.
  • Planets follow elliptical orbits around the sun.
  • The planets orbit the sun at varying distances. (correct)
  • The inner planets are larger than the outer planets.
  • How many planets are there in the solar system?

  • Eight (correct)
  • Nine
  • Seven
  • Six
  • What role does the sun play in the solar system?

    <p>It is the central star around which planets revolve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes moons from planets in the solar system?

    <p>Moons are natural satellites of planets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Watter van die volgende beskryf die rol van die son in die sonsisteem?

    <p>Die son is 'n ster wat die midde van die sonsisteem vorm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wat is die kenmerk van 'n baan of revolusie in die sonsisteem?

    <p>Dit is die pad wat 'n planeet om 'n ster volg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hoeveel planete in totaal orbit rondom die son?

    <p>Agt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wat is 'n eienskap van asteroïdes in die sonsisteem?

    <p>Hulle is meestal rotsagtig en orbit rondom die son.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wat dui die afstand tussen die planete en die son aan?

    <p>Elke planeet orbiteer in 'n unieke baan met verskillende afstanden.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Solar System

    • The solar system includes the Sun and eight planets
    • The planets are: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
    • Each planet orbits the Sun in its own orbit called an orbit
    • The distance of each planet from the Sun varies
    • Planets have moons that orbit them
    • Earth has one moon
    • Planets do not collide with each other due to their separate orbits

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    Test your knowledge about the solar system! This quiz covers the Sun, the eight planets, their orbits, and interesting facts about moons. Explore the unique features and distances of each planet from the Sun.

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