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The Solar System

Discover the fascinating characteristics of the solar system, the vastness of space, and the unique features of each planet. From the scorching heat of Venus to the icy realms of Neptune, learn about the number of moons, day lengths, year spans, and atmospheric conditions for each celestial body. Delve into the mysteries of the Sun, the largest star, and observe how the planets orbit in harmony. This engaging overview provides valuable insights for astronomy enthusiasts and curious minds alike!

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The Solar System

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  1. The Solar System

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  3. SUN • A star • Largest thing in our solar system • Made of hydrogen & helium

  4. Mercury • 0 moons • Temperature during the day is 870° F and at night –300°F • 1 day = 59 Earth days • 1 year = 88 Earth days

  5. VENUS • Hottest planet in the solar system– average temperature is 850°F • 1 day = 243 Earth days • 1 year = 225 Earth days

  6. EARTH • 1 moon • 93 million miles from the sun • 1 day = 24 hours • 1 year = 365 days

  7. MARS • 2 moons • Temperature ranges from 98°F to –190°F • 1 day = 24 Earth hours • 1 year = 687 Earth days

  8. JUPITER • 28 moons • Largest planet • “Great Red Spot” is a storm like a hurricane • 1 day = 10 Earth hours • 1 year = 4333 Earth days

  9. SATURN • 30 moons – more than any other planet • Known for its rings • 1 day = 10 Earth hours • 1 year = 10,759 Earth days

  10. URANUS • 21 moons • Spins on its side • 1 day = 17 Earth hours • 1 year = 30,684 Earth days

  11. NEPTUNE • 8 moons • Has a “Great Dark Spot” which is a storm • 1 day = 16 Earth hours • 1 year = 60,190 Earth days

  12. PLUTO • 1 moon • Smaller than 7 moons in the solar system • 1 day = 6 Earth days • 1 year = 90,465 Earth days

  13. MY SOLOR SYTEM PROJECT

  14. Resources • http://www.nineplanets.org/ • http://www.solarviews.com/ • http://science.nasa.gov/headlines/y2005/29jul_planetx.htm • http://www.kidsastronomy.com/ • Video - http://www.unitedstreaming.com/ • Music - http://www.elite.net/~gurpal/movie1.htm • Frank, Marjorie, Slavick, Jones, Robert M. Etc. Science. Harcourt School Publishers, 2000, pgs. D54 – D87.

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