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Name two objects other than planets which are members of the Solar System ?

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(i) Asteroids
A collection of a large number of small objects, gases and dust are revolving around the sun. They occupy a large gap between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. However, these are not planets. These celestial objects are known as asteroids.
(ii) Meteors
Meteors are small celestial objects that are seen as bright streaks of light in the sky. They brunt out on entering the Earth.s atmosphere because of the heat produced by friction. This results in bright streaks in the sky. They are not planets.
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  10. Match items in column A with one or more items in column B.

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  12. Name the biggest planet of the solar system.

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  13. What is a constellation? Name any two constellations.

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  17. Do all the stars in the sky move ? Explain .

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