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The 8 Planets of Our Solar System

From scorching Mercury to frigid Neptune, the eight planets of our solar system span an incredible range of sizes, temperatures, and conditions. GeoProwl Planet Fast Facts brings you real NASA data for every planet — diameter, mass, orbital mechanics, atmospheric composition, and more.

The inner solar system contains four rocky planets with solid surfaces. Beyond the asteroid belt, two massive gas giants dominate the middle solar system, while two ice giants lurk in the outer reaches. Select any planet below to explore its full profile.

MercuryVenusEarthMarsJupiterSaturnUranusNeptune

Solar System Snapshot

Rocky Planets

Mercury4,879 km
Venus12,104 km
Earth12,756 km
Mars6,792 km

Gas Giants

Jupiter142,984 km
Saturn120,536 km

Ice Giants

Uranus51,118 km
Neptune49,528 km

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