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minor planet
[ mahy-ner plan-it ]
minor planet
noun
- another name for asteroid
minor planet
/ mī′nər /
- See asteroid
Word History and Origins
Origin of minor planet1
Example Sentences
The naming of asteroids — which are also known as minor planets or small solar system bodies — is overseen by a group of professional astronomers, part of the International Astronomical Union.
China is also developing experimental technology aimed at mining asteroids and minor planets for natural resources.
The asteroid belt, which sits roughly between Mars and Jupiter, is filled with minor planets and asteroids.
Researchers are continuing to study the Kuiper belt, having recently discovered 139 minor planets past Neptune's orbit, giving credence to Witten's idea.
Astronomers are getting closer to discovering the elusive and mysterious Planet Nine after 139 "minor planets" were discovered past Neptune's orbit.
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