Question

Big or small heavenly bodies which revolve around planets are called:

• A. moons
• B. natural satellites
• C. meteors
• D. both A and B

Answer 1

The correct option is D

both A and B

Option The explanation for the correct answer :

1. The big or small celestial bodies which revolve around the planet in fixed orbit are called moons or natural satellites.
2. For example, earth has only one moon or natural satellite.

The explanation for the incorrect answer :

1. Option C: Meteors are nothing but small and rocky bodies.
2. They burn up completely when they enter the earth’s atmosphere.
3. They are also known as shooting stars and cause no damage on earth.

Hence the right answer is option D.