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The numerous tiny bodies that move around the sun are called:
Question

The numerous tiny bodies that move around the sun are called:

A.

Asteroids

B.

Meteors

C.

Planets

D.

Stars

Correct option is A


Correct Answer: (A) Asteroids
Explanation:
→ Asteroids are small rocky bodies that revolve around the Sun.
→ Most asteroids are found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
→ They are remnants from the early formation of the solar system.
→ They do not have sufficient mass to become planets.
→ Therefore, the correct answer is asteroids.
Information Booster:
→ Asteroids are also called minor planets.
→ Some asteroids can cross Earth’s orbit.
→ Meteors are asteroids that enter Earth’s atmosphere.
→ Asteroids help scientists study solar system origin.

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