- Earth is the third planet in line from the Sun.
- Earth has one moon.
- Earth has no rings.
- Is Earth a terrestrial or gaseous planet? Terrestrial.
- What features does Earth have that other planets do not? Liquid water on the surface, abundant oxygen in the atmosphere, and life as we know it.
- What composes the Earth’s atmosphere? Nitrogen (78%), oxygen (21%), argon (0.93%), carbon dioxide (0.04%), and trace gases plus water vapor.
- What is the average daily temperature on Earth? Approximately 15°C (59°F).
- What is the average nightly temperature on Earth? Varies by location; globally averaged, it is slightly lower than daytime but not precisely defined without context — often cited around 14–15°C when averaged over time and region.
- How long is one day on the planet Earth? 24 hours.
- How long is 1 year on the planet Earth? 365.25 days (one tropical year).
- In which direction does Earth spin? Counterclockwise (when viewed from above the North Pole).
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