Earth

Designation

3rd planet from the Sun (and home)...

Earth is the only planet known to support life, and the only one with liquid water on its surface. Its dynamic atmosphere, plate tectonics, and magnetic field make it uniquely geologically active, and these processes have supported the presence of life for billions of years.

Did you know: At 27% the size of Earth, the Moon is the largest moon by relative size compared to any other planet-moon duo. That super size drives the tides, keeps Earth’s seasons consistent, and has likely helped make life possible on Earth.

Diameter

12742.00km 7919.20mi

This object compared to other %category%

Average distance from the Sun

Semi-major axis (a)

Deviation from a circular orbit

Eccentricity (e)

Angle of orbit

Inclination (i)

Orbital elements

When will it be closest to the Sun?

days left

How far is it today?

From the Sun

1.00au

From the Earth