planetary bodies

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Scope note
General term for bodies in space that are low enough in mass so that they do not generate nuclear energy in their interior (as a star), and are large enough so their shape is primarily determined by gravity. Examples would be planets, moons, asteroids, and satellites in the outer solar system.
planetary bodies
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024