GK
SOLAR SYSTEM
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Question
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A small body that orbits a planet is a(n)
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comet
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moon
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asteroid
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exoplanet
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A celestial body that revolves around a planet is known as a natural satellite, a natural satellite is an astronomical body that orbits a planet, dwarf or small solar system body. natural satellite are often colloquially referred to as moons.
Detailed explanation-2: -The moon is a bit more than one-quarter (27 percent) the size of Earth, a much larger ratio (1:4) than any other planets and their moons. Earth’s moon is the fifth largest moon in the solar system.
Detailed explanation-3: -An object in an orbit is called a satellite. A satellite can be natural, like Earth or the moon. Many planets have moons that orbit them. A satellite can also be man-made, like the International Space Station.
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