Outer planets

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What are the outer planets?

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The outer planets are the planets in our solar system that are farthest from the Sun, including Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.

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Which planets are known for having lots of rings?

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The outer planets, especially Saturn, are known for having lots of rings.

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What are gas giants?

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Gas giants are large planets that are mostly made of gases, such as hydrogen and helium. The outer planets are known as gas giants.

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Which planets are commonly referred to as ice giants?

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Uranus and Neptune are commonly referred to as ice giants.

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What is the 6th planet from the Sun?

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Saturn is the 6th planet from the Sun and is known for its beautiful rings.

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Do outer planets orbit the Sun?

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Yes, outer planets orbit the Sun just like inner planets.

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What is the main difference between inner and outer planets?

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Inner planets are rocky and smaller, while outer planets are gas giants and larger.

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Which outer planet is the largest?

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Jupiter is the largest outer planet.

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What is unique about Saturn's rings?

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Saturn's rings are made up of ice and rock particles and are very wide and bright.

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Are all outer planets gas giants?

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Yes, all outer planets are considered gas giants, except for the ice giants Uranus and Neptune.