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Earth to Mars: 8 Planets and each of their Radii

Earth to Mars are 8 planets and Pluto. These worlds differ in size and characteristics, beckoning exploration in our solar system

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Mercury

Radius of Mercury is approximately 2,439.7 kilometers (1,516 miles). It's the closest planet to the Sun and has extreme temperature variations.

 

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Venus

Radius of approximately 6,051.8 kilometers (3,760 miles). Venus is known for its thick, toxic atmosphere and scorching surface temperatures

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Earth

Radius of approximately 6,371 kilometers (3,959 miles). Our home planet is the only one known to support life and has diverse ecosystems

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Mars

Radius of approximately 3,389.5 kilometers (2,106 miles). Mars is often called the "Red Planet" and is a target for future human exploration

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Jupiter

Radius of approximately 69,911 kilometers (43,441 miles). Jupiter is the largest planet and is famous for its massive storm, the Great Red Spot

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Saturn

Radius of approximately 58,232 kilometers (36,184 miles). Saturn's stunning rings make it one of the most visually striking planets

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Uranus

Radius of approximately 25,362 kilometers (15,759 miles). Uranus rotates on its side, giving it a unique appearance in the solar system

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Neptune

Radius of approximately 24,622 kilometers (15,299 miles). Neptune is a distant ice giant with a vibrant blue coloration

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Pluto (Dwarf Planet)

Radius of approximately 1,188.3 kilometers (737.5 miles). Pluto is a dwarf planet located in the Kuiper Belt, a region beyond Neptune

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