Inner Planets
Grade 7 · Science · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can explain how the proximity to the sun affects the characteristics of the inner solar system planets.
Warm-Up Video
CrashCourse · 10:17
Introduction to the Solar System: Crash Course Astronomy #9
Practice Questions
7 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“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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