The Solar System Wordsearch
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Solar System Wordsearch
Ten words from the universe are hiding in the grid. How many can you find before launch?
Solar System Wordsearch
Introduction
This free solar system wordsearch sends you on a mission to find ten words from space hidden in a 12x12 grid. Somewhere among the letters you will find TELESCOPE, ASTEROID, MERCURY, ORBIT, ECLIPSE, NEPTUNE, GRAVITY, SATURN, SOLSTICE and COMET. Your job is to locate them all before the countdown ends.
Words can run in any direction including diagonally, so scan every corner of the grid carefully. Drag or swipe across the letters to make your selection, and each word highlights the moment you find it. The Reveal Solution toggle is there if you need a nudge.
The puzzle works on any device with no download and no account needed. It makes a great activity for anyone interested in space, science or a satisfying word puzzle.
FAQ
How do I play the solar system wordsearch?
Tap or click on the first letter of a word and drag to the last letter. If the word is on the list, it highlights and is crossed off automatically. Words can run in any direction, including diagonally and backwards, so take your time searching the whole grid.
What are the 10 words to find?
The words are TELESCOPE, ASTEROID, MERCURY, ORBIT, ECLIPSE, NEPTUNE, GRAVITY, SATURN, SOLSTICE and COMET, covering planets, phenomena and the tools we use to study the cosmos.
What is a solstice?
A solstice is the point in the year when the sun reaches its highest or lowest position in the sky at noon. The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, and the winter solstice is the shortest. Both are caused by the tilt of Earth's axis as it orbits the sun.
Can I use the Reveal Solution option?
Yes. Toggle the Reveal Solution switch above the grid at any time to see where all the remaining words are hiding. There is no penalty for using it.
Does the wordsearch work on mobile?
Yes. The puzzle is built for touchscreens as well as mouse and keyboard. Swipe across the letters to select a word, just as you would drag with a mouse on desktop.
Is this wordsearch free?
Completely free, with no login, no download and no time limit.
Are there other free puzzles on Quiz-Zing?
Yes. The puzzles section includes free wordsearches for Dinosaurs, Big Cats, Birds of Britain, Ocean Life, Dog Breeds and more, all playable online without an app.