Question

match the definitions with the correct vocabulary term.
a. planet
a small rock or metal object that orbits the sun
b. moon
an object made of ice and rock traveling through space
c. solar system
a body in outer space that orbits a planet
d. comet
a large circular mass that revolves around a star
e. asteroid
a system of objects that revolve around a star

Explanation:

1. An asteroid is a small rock or metal object that orbits the sun.
2. A comet is an object made of ice and rock traveling through space.
3. A moon is a body in outer - space that orbits a planet.
4. A planet is a large circular mass that revolves around a star.
5. A solar system is a system of objects that revolve around a star.

Answer:

1. e. asteroid
2. d. comet
3. b. moon
4. a. planet
5. c. solar system