Formation of the solar system

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What are the 4 inner planets of the solar system in order from the Sun?

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Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

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Why do lighter elements remain in the gas giants?

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Because the heat from the Sun was not strong enough to affect these planets AND their own gravity kept the gasses in place around them.

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Which type of planets are closest to the Sun?

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Terrestrial planets.

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What do the outer planets have in common?

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They are large, gaseous, have many moons, and are cold.

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What caused the lighter elements to leave the terrestrial planets?

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Heat from the Sun.

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What are terrestrial planets primarily made of?

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Rock and metal.

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Name the gas giants in our solar system.

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Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune.

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What is the main characteristic of gas giants?

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They are large and primarily composed of gases.

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How do the sizes of terrestrial planets compare to gas giants?

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Terrestrial planets are much smaller than gas giants.

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What is the role of the Sun's heat in the formation of the solar system?

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It influenced the distribution of elements, causing lighter elements to be pushed away from the inner planets.