Which statement best explains the observed pattern in planetary composition?
A
Icy planets form close to the star because they require high temperatures to remain in their solid state.B
Planets closer to the star are mainly composed of hydrogen and helium because high temperatures prevent rock and metal formation.C
Planets farther from the star are mainly composed of frozen gases because they form in the coldest regions, where volatile compounds can condense.D
The composition of planets is random and does not follow a predictable pattern.