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Which planet is closest to the Sun?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 6 · Geography · The Earth in the Solar System
  1. Mercury
  2. Venus
  3. Earth
  4. Mars
Answer
Mercury

The correct answer is Mercury — Confirm that no other planet lies closer to the Sun than Mercury.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Recall the order of planets from the Sun as taught in Class 6.
  2. Identify Mercury as the innermost planet.
  3. Confirm that no other planet lies closer to the Sun than Mercury.
Common mistake: Confusing Mercury with Venus or Mars

Concept tested: Planetary order in solar system

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