In India, the planets visible to the naked eye are known by ancient names like Budha (Mercury), Śhukra (Venus), Pṛithvī (Earth), Mangala (Mars), Bṛihaspati or Guru (Jupiter), and Śhani (Saturn). Class 6 Science NCERT Chapter 12 Chapter 12 Beyond Earth
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The Earth takes about one year to complete one revolution around the Sun, and about 24 hours to complete one rotation on its axis, which defines a day. NCERT Science Textbook Curiosity Science Session 2024-2025.
A planet is a large, nearly spherical object that revolves around the Sun. Planets, including Earth, follow orbits around the Sun while also rotating about their own axes. Class VI Book Curiosity Science Chapter 12 Beyond Earth
The Sun was worshipped as a deity in ancient civilizations, including in India as Sūrya, because it is the brightest object and provides light and heat, which are essential for life on Earth. Class 6 Science NCERT Chapter 12 Chapter ...
The Sun sustains life by providing heat to keep Earth’s temperature suitable for life, and sunlight for plants to grow, which in turn produce food and oxygen for animals and humans. NCERT Science Textbook Curiosity Science Session 2024-2025.