The Solar System

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The outer planets are also called ________.

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gas giants

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The four inner planets are:

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Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars

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Which is NOT part of our solar system?

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stars that are not the Sun

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The outer planets all have a core, mantle, and crust. True or False?

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False

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How many planets are there in the solar system?

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8

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What are the inner planets primarily made of?

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Rock and metal

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Name the largest planet in our solar system.

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Jupiter

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

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Terrestrial planets are rocky, while gas giants are mostly made of gases.

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What is the asteroid belt?

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

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What is the Sun primarily composed of?

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Hydrogen and helium