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Which one of the following is known as minor planet?

a. Meteor
b. Asteroid
c. Comet
d. Satellite

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Solution

The correct answer is option (b).

Explanation: Asteroids are small solid objects revolving around the Sun in orbits. That is why they are known as planetoids or minor planets.

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