Inner and Outer Planets

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What are the inner planets of our solar system?

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Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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What are the main characteristics of inner planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and have solid surfaces.

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What are the outer planets of our solar system?

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Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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What is a key characteristic of outer planets?

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Outer planets have many moons.

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How do the sizes of inner planets compare to outer planets?

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Inner planets are generally smaller than outer planets.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

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What is the composition of inner planets?

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Inner planets are primarily composed of rock and metal.

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What is the composition of outer planets?

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Outer planets are mostly composed of gases and liquids.

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Which planet is closest to the Sun?

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Mercury.

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Which planet is known for its prominent ring system?

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Saturn.

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What is the term for the region of space where the inner planets are located?

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The inner solar system.