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  • Understanding Planetary Satellites: Natural & Artificial
    A body in orbit around a planet is called a satellite.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Natural satellite: This refers to celestial bodies that naturally orbit a planet, like our Moon orbiting Earth.

    * Artificial satellite: These are man-made objects launched into orbit around a planet, such as the International Space Station or communication satellites.

    So, regardless of whether it's natural or man-made, a body orbiting a planet is generally referred to as a satellite.

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