The Solar System · Earth & Space

Planetary Neighbors

Comparing the characteristics of the planets in our solar system, including size, composition, and distance from the sun.

Key Questions

  1. 1What makes Earth unique compared to the other planets in our solar system?
  2. 2How does a planet's distance from the sun affect its surface temperature?
  3. 3Why are some planets rocky while others are made of gas?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9S5U02
Year: Year 5
Subject: Science
Unit: The Solar System
Period: Earth & Space

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