We expect a planet that forms close to its star to be
A) rocky in composition like terrestrial planets.
B) a comet or asteroid.
C) rich in volatile ices.
D) composed primarily of hydrogen and helium.
E) similar in mass to Earth.

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Planets that form close to their star are typically rocky in composition due to the high temperatures that prevent volatile compounds from condensing, similar to terrestrial planets like Earth and Mars.

We Expect a Planet That Forms Close to Its Star