The solar system consists of the Sun, eight planets, moons, asteroids, and comets.
Example: "Earth orbits the Sun, just like all the other planets."
Quiz: What is at the center of the solar system?
The four inner planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars) are rocky and smaller than the outer planets.
Example: "Earth is the only planet known to support life."
Quiz: Which planet is the hottest?
The outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune) are large gas giants with many moons.
Example: "Jupiter is the largest planet and has a giant storm called the Great Red Spot."
Quiz: Which planet has the most moons?
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