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The New Solar System

Goes along with the article "The New Solar System" in the November National Geographic.


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MercuryClosest to the sun, this planet awaits a visit from the Messenger spacecraft.
JupiterLargest of all the planets, this gas giant is home to the Great Red Spot.
MarsThis red planet has ice caps made of carbon dioxide.
UranusSeasons last 20 years on this planet, the only one to lie on its side.
NeptuneFarthest from the sun, the planet has six known rings and 13 moons.
VenusSometimes called Earth's twin, this planet is actually much hotter than our home.
SaturnFamous for its rings, this planet is second in size.
EarthSo far as we know, life exists only on this watery planet.