What is a planet's order called?

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The order of planets in relation to the sun is commonly referred to as their "orbital position." In this context, Earth is identified as the third planet from the sun. However, there is no specific term that universally describes this positional ranking among planets. The discussion clarifies that while the concept is understood, it lacks a distinct name. Understanding planetary order is essential for studying the solar system's structure.
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What do you call the order in which planets are in their relation to the sun? So the Earth would be the 3rd. So is there a name for this 'position'?
 
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