After reading, studying, and discussing Chapter 21, you should be able to:

• Describe the general characteristics of the two groups of planets in the solar system.

• Describe the major features of the lunar surface and discuss the Moon's history.

• List the distinguishing features of each planet in the solar system.

• List and describe the minor members of the solar system.

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