Big Idea 5 Review

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What are the inner planets primarily made of?

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The inner planets are primarily made of rock and metal.

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What are the main components of a galaxy?

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A galaxy consists of gas, dust, and stars.

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What term describes the different appearances of the moon throughout a month?

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This phenomenon is called moon phases.

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What is the name of the galaxy that contains our solar system?

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The name of our home galaxy is the Milky Way.

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What is a key characteristic of outer planets?

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Outer planets have a gaseous atmosphere.

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Name the four inner planets of our solar system.

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The four inner planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What distinguishes outer planets from inner planets?

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Outer planets are larger, have a gaseous composition, and are located farther from the Sun.

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What is the significance of the asteroid belt in our solar system?

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The asteroid belt separates the inner planets from the outer planets.

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How do moon phases occur?

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Moon phases occur due to the changing positions of the Moon, Earth, and Sun, affecting how much of the Moon's surface is illuminated.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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The largest planet in our solar system is Jupiter.

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