UNIVERSE
CELESTIAL MECHANICS
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Question
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Select all of the following that describe the term SATELLITE.
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Human-made objects only
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Naturally occurring objects only
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Anything orbiting another body
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Planets in our solar system
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Moons around a planet
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -Earth’s Moon Our only natural satellite is a stabilizing force that makes the planet a more pleasant place for life.
Detailed explanation-3: -Our planet itself has one natural satellite, but larger gas giants such as Saturn and Jupiter have dozens of them. Generally speaking, the larger the planet, the greater the chance of finding moons orbiting it. What is this?
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