NASA/ESA pages
Authoritative planet data and mission info.
Explore the Solar System with GenTabs
Learning tabs → interactive explainer with planet comparisons, key facts, and quick quizzes. Official Google Disco favorite.
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What you'll build
Outcome
An interactive explainer that transforms scattered astronomy tabs into a structured learning experience: planet comparison tables, "explain like I'm 10" summaries, and a quiz to test understanding.
When to use
- Helping kids (or yourself) learn about the solar system
- Preparing a presentation or class material
- Satisfying curiosity with structure instead of tab chaos
Tabs to gather (5–8 recommended)
- 2–3 authoritative sources: NASA, ESA, or educational astronomy sites
- 1 visual/interactive reference: solar system simulator or infographic
- 1 kid-friendly explainer: simplified language source
- 1–2 comparison pages: planet facts, size comparisons
Output format
- Planet comparison table (size, distance, atmosphere, highlights)
- "Explain like I'm 10" summaries for each planet
- 10-question quiz with answers
- Uncertainties and fun facts section
Tab Checklist & Output Preview
What to open, what you'll get:
Visual simulator
Interactive solar system or infographic for scale.
Kid-friendly source
Simplified explanations for accessibility.
Comparison table output
Size, orbit, atmosphere, highlights per planet.
ELI10 summaries
"Explain like I'm 10" for each planet.
Quiz + answers
10 questions to test understanding.
Master Prompt (copy & paste)
Run this prompt with your tabs open in GenTabs/Disco or paste into any LLM with your sources.
You are GenTabs. Use ONLY the open tabs as sources.
GOAL: Build an interactive solar system explainer.
OUTPUT:
1) Planet Comparison Table
Columns: Planet | Size (km) | Distance from Sun | Atmosphere | Key Highlight | Source
2) "Explain Like I'm 10" Summaries
- One paragraph per planet, simple language
- Include 1 fun fact per planet
3) 10-Question Quiz
- Mix of easy, medium, hard
- Include answers at the end
4) Uncertainties & Fun Facts
- What scientists are still debating
- Surprising facts from your sources
RULES:
- Cite sources for all data
- If sources disagree, show both values
- Mark uncertain info as [uncertain]Follow-ups to try:
1. Add a "misconceptions" section (with sources)
2. Compare 2 planets in depth (table + narrative)
3. Generate a 30-min/day study plan
4. Create flashcards (Q/A format)
5. What would change if sources disagree?
FAQ
1
Is this only for kids?
No. The ELI10 format is great for anyone learning something new. You can ask follow-ups for more depth.
2
How to handle conflicting numbers?
Show ranges and cite both sources. Example: "Earth diameter: 12,742 km (NASA) vs 12,756 km (ESA)".
3
Can I use this for other science topics?
Yes. Replace "solar system" with any topic: biology, chemistry, history. The structure works the same.
4
What if I don't have GenTabs/Disco access?
Copy the prompt into ChatGPT/Claude/Gemini and paste your source content or links.
Ready to explore?
Open your astronomy tabs, copy the Master Prompt, and build your explainer.