Why is our solar system so exceptional?

Our solar system is exceptional because of one thing, Saturn. In the vast majority of solar systems the inner rocky planets are pushed into the parent star by the Jupiter equivalents. read more

Our solar system is exceptional if you can call it that (actually , statistically - average) in one clear way - it is the only solar system - so far - to have life and (though some might argue with the description) intelligent life. read more

Solar System Facts To know exactly what we mean when we say "solar system" it is important to break it down into the two words that comprise the expression. Firstly, the term "solar" is simply a word that means "of the Sun." Secondly, a system is just a collection of objects that interact to form a whole. read more