Solar System

Facts

Earth facts to add to your booklet.

• 1. Earth is the only planet having intelligent life.

• 2. Earth’s atmosphere is 78% nitrogen and 21% oxygen.

• 3. It takes light eight minutes to travel from the sun to Earth.

Mercury facts to add to your booklet.

• 1. Mercury is the closest planet to the sun, but it is not the hottest.

• 2. Mercury’s temperatures range from 842°F to -292°F.

• 3. Mercury orbits 30 miles per second.

Venus facts to add to your booklet.

• 1. Venus is the hottest planet because it has many clouds that trap in heat.

• 2. Venus has more volcanoes than any other planet.

• 3. Venus is the brightest of all the planets.• 4. The temperature reaches around 878°F.