Other Objects in the Solar System

Question 1

Use the information from the article to answer the question.Asteroids and CometsWhich statements describe the characteristics of asteroids? Select three options.formed 4.6 billion years agoorbit the Sun beyond Jupiterrange in size from a few miles to more than 300 plus miles acrosshave a total mass greater than the mass of the moonmost are found in the asteroid belt

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formed 4.6 billion years ago; range in size from a few miles to more than 300 plus miles across; most are found in the asteroid belt

Question 2

Which did you include in your answer? Check all that apply.

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In 2003, astronomers discovered Eris.; The discovery of Eris caused astronomers to talk about the defining characteristics of a planet.; Because Pluto has not cleared its orbit, it is not considered to be a planet.; Pluto, Eris, and other objects like them are now classified as dwarf planets.

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