Focused Body
Earth
Our home planet. Liquid water and a protective atmosphere.
Beginner Missions
1) Find EarthZoom and pan to spot Earth’s blue orbit and click it to focus.
2) Compare OrbitsToggle labels and trails. Notice inner planets loop faster.
3) Speed It UpIncrease simulation speed and watch periods change visually.
4) Meet the GiantClick Jupiter—see how far from the Sun it travels.
5) Night ModeSwitch themes and enjoy the stars.
Quick Facts
Orbit
Planets circle the Sun due to gravity.
Day vs Year
Day = spin once; Year = orbit once.
Inner Planets
Closer orbits are shorter and faster.
Scale
Sizes & distances simplified for learning.