Question

Which of the following describes a dwarf planet? Check all that apply.

Answer 1

Answer:

A) has other smaller objects in orbital path

C) spherical shape  

Explanation:

A celestial body is said to be dwarf planet if it is round in shape and revolves around the sun. It is smaller than the planets and may have other smaller objects in the path of its orbit. It may or may not have moons.

For example, the largest asteroid in the asteroid belt- Ceres is also a dwarf planet. Pluto which was earlier considered a planet is now demoted to dwarf planet as it is not the largest body in its neighborhood. Pluto has five moons.

Answer 2

A) Has other smaller objects in orbital path