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Images or models of the solar system commonly depict the planets in a smaller scale compared to the vast distances that separate them. If one were to create a scale model of the solar system that truly reflects the space between celestial bodies, the planets would appear as tiny dots. This revelation highlights a significant truth: there are virtually no images that can adequately illustrate the solar system's actual size and structure. The best way to grasp this scale is through a hands-on approach—by building a scale model.