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Science 101: The Solar System

Science 101: The Solar System

How many planets are in the solar system? How did it form in the Milky Way galaxy? Learn facts about the solar system's genesis, plus its planets, moons, and asteroids.

Grades

5 - 12+

Subjects

Earth Science, Astronomy

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