Inner Planets

What are the four inner planets of our solar system?

• Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn

• Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars

• Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn

• Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

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Which inner planet is known for its extreme temperatures?

• Mercury

• Venus

• Mars

• Earth

What is the primary component of Venus's atmosphere?

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

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Which inner planet has the most moons?

• Mars

• Mercury

• Earth

• Venus

What is the surface of Mars primarily composed of?

• Silicon dioxide and water

• Iron oxide and volcanic rocks

• Aluminum silicate and ice

• Calcium carbonate and clay

Which planet is often referred to as Earth's twin?

• Jupiter

• Mars

• Venus

• Saturn

What is the main reason Mercury has such a high temperature range?

• The lack of a significant atmosphere to retain heat.

• The planet's surface is covered in ice, reflecting sunlight.

• Mercury has a thick atmosphere that traps heat.

• Mercury's proximity to the Sun increases its temperature.

Which inner planet has a very thin atmosphere?

• Earth

• Mercury

• Venus

• Mars

What is the largest volcano in the solar system, located on Mars?

• Mount Everest

• Olympus Mons

• Kilimanjaro

• Mauna Loa

Which inner planet is closest to the Sun?

• Mars

• Venus

• Mercury

• Earth