Asteroids, Comets and Moons Quick Check

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Question
Use the scenario to answer the question.

A student is making a model that compares comets and planets.

Which comparison could be part of the model?

(1 point)
Responses

Comets and planets have similar sizes.
Comets and planets have similar sizes.

Comets and planets revolve around the sun.
Comets and planets revolve around the sun.

Comets and planets have similar orbital time periods.
Comets and planets have similar orbital time periods.

Comets and planets are comprised of the same materials.

1 answer

The best comparison that could be part of the model is:

Comets and planets revolve around the sun.

This is a true statement for both comets and planets, as they both orbit the sun, even though their compositions and characteristics differ significantly.