.Sun
The Sun is a huge, glowing ball of hot plasma at the centre of our solar system and provides the vital energy needed for life on Earth. This energy radiates outward in the form of light and heat, providing warmth and light to the entire solar system.
Diameter
870,000
Miles
Temperature
±5,500°
Celsius
1. Mercury
Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun and is known for its extreme temperatures and barren, rocky surface. It is one of the four terrestrial planets in our solar system, characterized by their solid, rocky compos
Diameter
3,032
Miles
Day Time Temperature
±430°
Celsius
Night Time Temperature
-180°
Celsius
2. Venus
Venus is often referred to as Earth's "sister planet" due to its similar size and composition, but it stands out with its extremely inhospitable environment
Diameter
7,521
Miles
Temperature
±475°
Celsius
3. Earth
Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only known planet to support life. Earth is the only planet known to harbor life. It's a diverse and dynamic world with a wide range of ecosystems, climates, and geological features.
Diameter
7,919
Miles
Moon Planet
Earth has one natural satellite, the Moon, which plays a role in stabilizing the planet's rotation and tides. The Moon's gravitational pull causes ocean tides to rise and fall.
4. Mars
Mars, often referred to as the "Red Planet" , is the fourth planet from the Sun and has captivated human imagination for centuries with its reddish appearance and potential for hosting life.
Diameter
4,212
Miles
Day Time Temperature
±20°
Celsius
Night Time Temperature
-73°
Celsius
Martian Moons
Mars has two small moons, Phobos and Deimos, which are irregularly shaped and thought to be captured asteroids.
5. Jupiter
Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, is a gas giant known for its immense size, powerful storms, and numerous moons.
Diameter
86,881
Miles
Temperature
-108°
Celsius
Titan
6. Saturn
Saturn, often referred to as the "Ringed Planet", is known for its stunning system of rings that encircle the planet's equator. It's the sixth planet from the Sun and is one of the most visually distinctive objects in our solar system, with more than 80 known satellites.
Diameter
74,898
Miles
Temperature
-139°
Celsius
7. Uranus
Uranus, often referred to as the "Ice Giant", is a unique and mysterious planet in our solar system. It stands out due to its distinct blue-green color and its unusual rotation axis.
Diameter
31,518
Miles
Temperature
-224°
Celsius
