Venus
Venus is the second planet from the Sun. Like Mercury, Earth and Mars, Venus is a terrestrial planet. It has a solid surface and is mainly made of rock.
Edmond Halley
Occupation
Astronomer, Mathematician
Year born
1656
Research Areas
Comets, Transits, Stars, Maths, Geophysics
Galileo Galilei
Occupation
Astronomer, Mathematician, Engineer
Year born
1564
Research Areas
Speed, Velocity, Motion, Astronomy, Tides
Distances in the Solar System Poster
How far apart are the planets in the Solar System. The answer may surprise you!
The distance between the planets in our Solar System is not regular. The inner 4 rocky planets are spaced much more tightly than the outer 4 giant planets.
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Planet Facts Posters
Do you know how many planets in our Solar System have rings? Or how many have moons? Learn some interesting facts about the planets in our Solar System with these free printable posters!