Question

Imagine you are an astronomer who recently discovered a new planet orbiting a distant star. Which set of characteristics would you use to classify this planet as an inner or terrestrial planet? Check all that apply.

-dense and solid
-very large
-thick atmosphere containing hydrogen and helium
-lacking a solid surface
-located near a star

Answer 1

dense and solid

located near a star

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The right characteristics to be used for the classification include:

-dense and solid

-very large

-located near a star

Step-by-step explanation:

The above listed characteristics are part of the characteristics used in classifying a planet as a habitable planet or non-habitable one. When a planet is closer to a star which revolves around it, this helps in supplying the needed light to it.