Here's why:
* Traditional Definition: Traditionally, the outer planets are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. They are considered "gas giants" because they are primarily composed of gas, unlike the rocky inner planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars).
* Dwarf Planets: While Pluto is farther out than Neptune, it is classified as a dwarf planet, not a traditional planet.
So, while the outer planets are definitely the five farthest objects from the Sun, only four are considered "true" planets.