Inner Planets

Front

What is the name of the planet that NASA sent a rover to in search of water and life?

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Mars

Front

What is the nickname of Earth?

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The Blue Planet

Front

How many planets are classified as inner planets in our solar system?

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Four (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars)

Front

What is the primary star in our solar system?

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The Sun

Front

Which planet is known for having the most extensive ring system?

Back

Saturn

Front

What is the order of the inner planets from the Sun?

Back

Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

Front

What is the average distance from the Earth to the Sun?

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Approximately 93 million miles (150 million kilometers)

Front

Which planet is the closest to the Sun?

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Mercury

Front

What is the main component of Mars' atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide (about 95%)

Front

What is the significance of the year 2021 for Mars exploration?

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It is when the Perseverance rover landed on Mars.