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- 4. The star at the center of our solar system, which provides heat and light to Earth.
- 6. The North Star, located close to the north celestial pole and used for navigation.
- 9. A celestial object consisting of a nucleus of ice and dust that orbits around the Sun.
- 10. A powerful explosion that occurs at the end of a star's life, releasing an enormous amount of energy.
- 11. A prominent constellation in the night sky, known for its belt of three bright stars.
- 12. The fourth planet from the Sun, often referred to as the "Red Planet."
- 14. A cloud of gas and dust in space, often where new stars are born.
- 16. The closest spiral galaxy to our Milky Way, visible as a faint smudge in the night sky.
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- 1. The second planet from the Sun, known for its bright appearance in the night sky.
- 2. A small particle from space that burns up upon entering Earth's atmosphere, often called a shooting star.
- 3. The largest planet in our solar system, known for its colorful bands and numerous moons.
- 5. The sixth planet from the Sun, recognized by its distinctive ring system.
- 7. The natural satellite that orbits around the Earth and reflects sunlight.
- 8. A large system of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity. Our Milky Way is a galaxy.
- 13. A luminous celestial body consisting of hot gases, visible as a point of light in the night sky.
- 15. Hole A region in space with extremely strong gravity, from which nothing, not even light, can escape.
