Terrestrial Planets Overview

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What are terrestrial planets?

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Terrestrial planets are rocky planets that are closer to the Sun, including Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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Which terrestrial planet has the longest day?

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Venus has the longest day of all terrestrial planets.

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What is unique about a day on Venus?

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A day on Venus is longer than a year on Venus.

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List the first four terrestrial planets in order from closest to furthest from the Sun.

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Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars.

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Which terrestrial planet has the densest atmosphere?

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Venus has the densest atmosphere among terrestrial planets.

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What causes Earth to have noticeable seasons?

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Earth has a significant tilt on its axis, which leads to noticeable seasons.

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What is the primary composition of terrestrial planets?

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Terrestrial planets are primarily composed of rock and metal.

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Which terrestrial planet is known for its extreme temperatures?

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Mercury is known for its extreme temperatures due to its thin atmosphere.

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What is the atmosphere of Mars like?

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Mars has a thin atmosphere, mostly composed of carbon dioxide.

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How does the size of Earth compare to other terrestrial planets?

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Earth is the largest terrestrial planet.