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Which of the following planets rotates on its side?
Which of the following planets rotates on its side?
- Uranus (correct)
- Venus
- Earth
- Jupiter
Which of the following planets is a terrestrial planet with an iron and nickel core?
Which of the following planets is a terrestrial planet with an iron and nickel core?
- Saturn
- Jupiter
- Neptune
- Mars (correct)
Which of the following parameters can tell you about a planet's composition?
Which of the following parameters can tell you about a planet's composition?
- Volume
- Mass
- Density (correct)
- Surface area
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Planetary Characteristics
- Uranus is unique among the planets as it rotates on its side, with an axial tilt of approximately 98 degrees.
- Mars is classified as a terrestrial planet and has an iron and nickel core, similar to Earth, contributing to its geological features and magnetic properties.
- Density is a critical parameter used to infer a planet's composition, providing insight into whether a planet is terrestrial, gas giant, or icy body.
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