Outer Planets in the Solar System
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Which planets are known as the outer planets in the solar system?

  • Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars
  • Earth, Jupiter, Uranus, Saturn
  • Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune (correct)
  • Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune
  • What term is used to describe the outer planets as a group?

  • Dwarf planets
  • Gas giants (correct)
  • Inner planets
  • Terrestrial planets
  • Why are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune considered outer planets?

  • Because they are small in size
  • Because of their lack of moons
  • Due to being closest to the Sun
  • For sharing similar characteristics and being far from the Sun (correct)
  • Which planet is NOT categorized as an outer planet in the solar system?

    <p>Mars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the outer planets different from the inner planets?

    <p>They share similar characteristics and are farther from the Sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe planets that are like Jupiter?

    <p>Jovian planets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Jovian named after?

    <p>Roman king of gods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary composition of the atmospheres of the outer planets?

    <p>Hydrogen and helium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic shared by the outer planets?

    <p>Solid surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinguishing feature of the planet Saturn?

    <p>It has the largest ring system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many moons does Uranus have?

    <p>27</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinguishing feature of the planet Uranus?

    <p>It rotates on its side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the radius of Jupiter?

    <p>43,441 miles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic shared by Jupiter and Neptune?

    <p>They both have extensive ring systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the radius of Neptune?

    <p>15,299 miles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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