Planets

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Across
  1. 4. A vast collection of stars, gas, dust, and other celestial objects bound together by gravity. Our Milky Way is one of many galaxies in the universe.
  2. 6. A vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space. It can be manned or unmanned and is used for exploration and communication.
  3. 7. The seventh planet from the Sun, known for its unique sideways rotation. It has a bluish color and is composed mostly of gas and ice.
  4. 9. The natural satellite that orbits around the Earth and can be seen in the night sky. It reflects sunlight, making it appear bright.
  5. 11. The second planet from the Sun, often called the "Evening Star" or "Morning Star." It is the hottest planet in our solar system.
  6. 13. The closest planet to the Sun and the smallest planet in our solar system. It has a rocky surface and extreme temperature variations.
  7. 14. The star at the center of our solar system, which provides heat and light to all the planets.
  8. 15. A dwarf planet located in the outer regions of our solar system. It is small and mostly made of ice and rock.
  9. 16. A vehicle designed to propel itself into space by expelling gases from its engines. It is used to launch spacecraft and satellites.
Down
  1. 1. A beautiful planet with prominent rings made of ice and dust particles. It has a unique appearance among the planets in our solar system.
  2. 2. The fourth planet from the Sun, often called the "Red Planet." It has a thin atmosphere and is known for its reddish color.
  3. 3. Our home planet, the third planet from the Sun, where life exists. It has land, water, and an atmosphere that protects us from the Sun's rays.
  4. 5. A person who is trained to travel and work in space. They conduct scientific experiments and explore the unknown.
  5. 8. The eighth planet from the Sun, known for its deep blue color and powerful winds. It is the farthest planet in our solar system.
  6. 10. An instrument used to observe distant objects in space. It collects and magnifies light, allowing us to see stars, planets, and galaxies.
  7. 12. The largest planet in our solar system, known for its giant size and strong storms. It has a thick atmosphere and many moons.