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What characteristics distinguish the inner planets in the solar system from the outer planets?

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shorter orbits, slower spin, no rings, and they are made of rock and metal.
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  • The four inner plants have shorter orbits slower spin ,no rings ,and they are made up of rock and metal
  • The outer plants are made up of hydrogen and helium, so they are called gas giants

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