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Why is Mars red? How high could you jump on Pluto? Read all about the Sun, Pluto and all the planets in between in this extraordinary journey through the solar system. Each chapter focuses on one of the planets, looking at how it got its name and the make-up of its surface and atmosphere, while special breakout sections present the facts and intriguing trivia about the mythology and exploration of the planet. Australian astronauts and Australian contributions to observing the solar system through facilites such as Parkes, are highlighted throughout.
