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Solar System Words

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Words Meaning Example
Sun The star at the center of our solar system, which provides heat and light to the planets. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
Planet A large celestial body that orbits a star, such as the sun, and is spherical in shape. Mars is known as the Red Planet due to its reddish appearance.
Moon A natural satellite that orbits a planet. The Earth's moon influences tides on our planet.
Earth The third planet from the sun and the only known celestial body to support life. Earth is often referred to as the "Blue Planet" because of its oceans.
Mars The fourth planet from the sun, often called the "Red Planet" due to its reddish appearance. Scientists are studying Mars for signs of past or present life.
Jupiter The largest planet in our solar system, known for its massive size and strong magnetic field. Jupiter's Great Red Spot is a prominent feature on its surface.
Saturn The sixth planet from the sun, famous for its stunning ring system. Saturn's rings are made up of countless tiny particles of ice and rock.
Uranus The seventh planet from the sun, known for its distinct blue-green color. Uranus rotates on its side, making it unique among the planets.
Neptune The eighth and farthest planet from the sun, with a deep blue color. Neptune has strong winds and a stormy atmosphere.
Asteroid A small, rocky object that orbits the sun, mainly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. The asteroid belt contains many fragments from the early solar system.
Comet A celestial object composed of ice, dust, and gas that orbits the sun and often develops a bright tail when near the sun. Comets have long been considered harbingers of change in ancient cultures.
Orbit The path followed by an object, such as a planet or satellite, as it revolves around another object due to gravitational attraction. The moon orbits the Earth in a nearly circular path.
Galaxy A vast system of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter held together by gravity. The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system.
Star A massive, luminous sphere of hot gas that emits light and heat through nuclear fusion reactions. The North Star, or Polaris, is a well-known star for navigation.
Black Hole An extremely dense region in space where gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light, can escape from it. Black holes are formed from the remnants of massive stars.
Solar Wind A stream of charged particles, primarily electrons and protons, emitted by the sun into space. Solar wind can affect the Earth's magnetic field and cause auroras.
Constellation A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern or shape in the night sky. The constellation Orion is often visible in the winter sky.
Spacecraft A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space. The Hubble Space Telescope is a famous spacecraft that captures stunning images of distant galaxies.