Question

select the correct answer. james observes an orbiting body that is approximately 5.2 au away from the sun. he knows that it is primarily composed of helium and hydrogen. in which region of the solar system is the orbiting body located? a asteroid belt b inner planets c outer planets d kuiper belt

Explanation:

The inner planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars) are closer to the Sun and are rocky. The asteroid - belt is between Mars and Jupiter. The Kuiper Belt is much farther out. Jupiter, one of the outer planets, is about 5.2 AU from the Sun and is composed mainly of hydrogen and helium.

Answer:

C. outer planets