SOLAR SYSTEM

UNIVERSE

ASTEROIDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a body that orbits a larger body called?
A
planet
B
comet
C
asteroid
D
satellite
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A natural satellite is any celestial body in space that orbits around a larger body. Moons are called natural satellites because they orbit planets.

Detailed explanation-2: -Introduction. Moons – also called natural satellites – come in many shapes, sizes and types. They are generally solid bodies, and few have atmospheres. Most planetary moons probably formed out the discs of gas and dust circulating around planets in the early solar system.

Detailed explanation-3: -Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellites. Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Satellites. Geostationary Orbit (GEO) Satellites. Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO) Satellites. More items •22-Mar-2023

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