Inner Planets
Grade 745 min
Learning Objective
I can explain how the proximity to the sun affects the characteristics of the inner solar system planets.
Lesson Flow
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Introduction to the Solar System: Crash Course Astronomy #9
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Practice
7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“How does Mercury's proximity to the Sun affect its surface temperature compared to Mars? Explain your answer. How did the Sun's heat during the formation of the solar system affect the ability of the inner planets to retain lighter gases in their atmospheres? ”
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