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Earth is the only planet in our solar system that sustains life, and therefore one of the most intriguing planets because of its capabilities. Each of the seven other planets that orbit the same sun as Earth is interesting in its own way. Some planets share similar characteristics to those found on Earth, while other planets are completely different. An analysis of these terrestrial bodies, using comparative planetology, will allow us examine these qualities. However, before beginning such a process we must first gain a through understanding of the makeup of our own planet, Earth.
We begin by identifying two types of families of planets, rocky terrestrials and gaseous jovians. The latter planet made of gas with no solid surface. The atmospheres of these gaseous giants show a thicker density as you move closer to the core. However, unlike Earth’s rocky surface a gaseous jovian cannot be stood on. The four gaseous jovians in our solar system are Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and......

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