How does a planet differ from a star?

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Difference between a planet and a star.

Planet
Star
A planet does not have its own light and heat. It derives its light from a star.
A planet is usually smaller than stars.
A star possesses its own heat and light.
Stars are very huge objects compared to a planet is general.

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Planet	Star
A planet does not have its own light and heat. It derives its light from a star. A planet is usually smaller than stars.	A star possesses its own heat and light. Stars are very huge objects compared to a planet is general.