The Structure of the Solar System

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What are the rings of Saturn made of?

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Rocks, frozen gases, ice crystals, and water.

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Which planet is the only planet to spin on its side?

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Uranus.

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What do the outer planets have in common?

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They are much larger than Earth and are made mainly of hydrogen and helium.

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What is true about terrestrial planets?

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They have similar rocky surfaces.

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Which planet is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter.

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What are the four terrestrial planets in our solar system?

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Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

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What are gas giants?

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Planets that are primarily composed of hydrogen and helium, such as Jupiter and Saturn.

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What is the asteroid belt?

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A region of space between Mars and Jupiter where most asteroids are found.

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What is the main difference between terrestrial and gas giant planets?

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Terrestrial planets have solid rocky surfaces, while gas giants are mostly gaseous.

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What is the role of gravity in the solar system?

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Gravity keeps planets in orbit around the sun and governs the motion of celestial bodies.