GyanGramWhat is the difference between asteroids and comets? 1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets ar…
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What is the difference between asteroids and comets?
1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by a rocky and metallic material.
2. Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found mostly between Venus and mercury.
3. Comets show a perceptible glowing tail, while asteroids do not.
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• Correct Answer: B
• Asteroids are rocky planetoids in the asteroid belt (Mars–Jupiter); comets are icy bodies from Kuiper Belt/Oort Cloud showing glowing tails near Sun.
• Comets are not found between Venus and Mercury; they orbit in the outer solar system.
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