Earth in 3D: Facts About Our Home Planet
Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only place we know of with life. It has liquid water on its surface, a breathable atmosphere and one large Moon. In the 3D Solar System you can fly to Earth, watch it turn and see the Moon circling it.
Explore in 3DEarth quick facts
| Type | Rocky planet |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 12,756 km |
| Distance from the Sun | About 149.6 million km |
| Year | 365.25 days |
| Day | 24 hours |
| Gravity | 9.8 m/s² |
| Moons | One, the Moon |
| Position | 3rd planet from the Sun |
Interesting facts about Earth
- Earth is the only planet known to have liquid water on its surface.
- About 71% of its surface is covered by water.
- Its tilt of about 23.4 degrees gives us the seasons.
- Earth's magnetic field shields life from harmful particles from the Sun.
- It is the densest planet in the Solar System.
What you can do in 3D
Fly to Earth to see it spin with its clouds, watch the Moon move around it, and switch on the orbits to see Earth's place among the planets.
From the Sun outwards
3rd planet from the Sun. Tap any body to open its page.
Earth questions
How far is Earth from the Sun?
About 149.6 million km on average. Sunlight takes about 8 minutes 20 seconds to cover that distance.
Why does Earth have seasons?
Earth's axis is tilted by about 23.4 degrees, so through the year each half of the planet leans towards or away from the Sun.
How long does Earth take to go around the Sun?
About 365.25 days. The extra quarter day is why we add a leap day every four years.
How many moons does Earth have?
One. The Moon is about 384,400 km away and takes about 27.3 days to orbit Earth.
Why is Earth called the blue planet?
Oceans cover about 71% of its surface, so from space Earth looks mostly blue.
The 3D Solar System is made by Julian Neagu, a solo founder in London, as part of VisionVix Simulators. It is free to use in the browser on desktop and phone, with no sign-up. Facts are based on NASA data.