Question

The large gap between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter is occupied by some celestial bodies, which revolve around the Sun. These celestial bodies are known as _____.

• A. planets
• B. comets
• C. asteroids
• D. all of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

asteroids

There is a large gap between the orbits of the last inner planet (Mars) and the first outer planet (Jupiter). This empty gap is occupied by large number of small objects, known as asteroids, which revolve around the Sun.