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Planets of Our Solar System

Explore the planets in our solar system with this interactive worksheet, covering key characteristics and facts.

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Planets of Our Solar System

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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. Refer to the solar system diagram below as needed.

Diagram of the Solar System

1. Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet'?

a

Jupiter

b

Mars

c

Venus

d

Saturn

2. Which of the following is considered a 'gas giant'?

a

Earth

b

Mercury

c

Neptune

d

Mars

3. The planet known for its prominent rings is  .

4.   is the smallest planet in our solar system.

5. Earth is the   planet from the Sun.

6. All planets in our solar system have moons.

T

True

F

False

7. Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system.

T

True

F

False

8. Name the four inner, rocky planets.

9. What is the main difference between an inner planet and an outer planet?