A diagram illustrating the solar system, including the Sun, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, with labeled features and their relative positions.
The diagram of the solar system is designed to help a year 6 student understand its key features. In the center is the Sun, a massive star, and around it orbit eight planets, each marked with its name. The inner rocky planets, Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, are followed by the gas giants Jupiter and Saturn, and then the ice giants Uranus and Neptune. Moons, small celestial bodies that orbit planets, are depicted around their respective planets.
Additionally, asteroids, rocky bodies, and comets, icy bodies, are illustrated within the diagram, showcasing the diverse components of our solar system. This visual aid aims to provide a clear overview of the different elements within the solar system and their relative positions to enhance the student's understanding of our cosmic neighborhood.