KIDS TRIVIA

Detailed explanation-1: -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.

Detailed explanation-2: -Moons are called natural satellites because they orbit planets.

Detailed explanation-3: -Orbiting objects, which are called satellites, include planets, moons, asteroids, and manmade devices.

Detailed explanation-4: -A satellite is a moon, planet or machine that orbits a planet or star. For example, Earth is a satellite because it orbits the sun. Likewise, the moon is a satellite because it orbits Earth. Usually, the word “satellite” refers to a machine that is launched into space and moves around Earth or another body in space.