Q: What is an object that orbits a larger object called?


Read this paragraph and choose the correct option from the provided answers:

One of the first uses of rockets in space was to launch satellites. A satellite is an object that orbits a larger object. An orbit is a circular or elliptical path around an object. Natural objects in orbit are called natural satellites. The Moon is a natural satellite. Human-made objects in orbit are called artificial satellites. There are more and more artificial satellites orbiting Earth all the time. They all get into space using some sort of rocket.

 Choices:

- asteroid

- meteorite

- comet

- satellite


A:
satellite