SSE- Lesson 6 and 7

Front

What are the inner planets of our solar system?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

Front

List the planets in our solar system in order from the Sun.

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

Front

What is a characteristic that is NOT typical of inner planets?

Back

Many moons

Front

Why are the inner planets generally warmer than the outer planets?

Back

They are closer to the Sun.

Front

What is another name for the outer planets?

Back

Gas giants

Front

What are the main characteristics of inner planets?

Back

They are rocky, have solid surfaces, and are smaller than outer planets.

Front

What distinguishes outer planets from inner planets?

Back

Outer planets are gas giants, larger, and have many moons.

Front

Which planet is closest to the Sun?

Back

Mercury

Front

Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet'?

Back

Mars

Front

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

Back

Jupiter