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  • Planetary Satellites: Natural & Artificial Moons - Definition & Types
    The heavenly bodies that revolve around a planet are called satellites.

    There are two main types of satellites:

    * Natural Satellites: These are also called moons. They are celestial bodies that orbit a planet due to its gravitational pull. For example, the Earth has one moon, while Jupiter has 79.

    * Artificial Satellites: These are human-made objects launched into space to orbit a planet. They serve various purposes, such as communication, navigation, weather forecasting, and scientific research.

    So, to answer your question directly, moons are the primary heavenly bodies that revolve around a planet.

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