Which lists celestial bodies from largest
to smallest?
A asteroid, sun, planet, dwarf planet
B sun, dwarf planet, planet, asteroid
C sun, planet, asteroid, dwarf planet
D sun, planet, dwarf planet, asteroid



Answer :

In the context of celestial bodies from largest to smallest, the correct order is:

C) sun, planet, asteroid, dwarf planet

Explanation:
1. The sun is the largest celestial body in our solar system.
2. Planets are smaller than the sun but larger than other celestial bodies like asteroids and dwarf planets.
3. Asteroids are smaller rocky bodies that orbit the sun.
4. Dwarf planets are smaller than regular planets and are not considered full-fledged planets due to certain criteria defined by the International Astronomical Union (IAU).

Therefore, the correct order from largest to smallest is sun, planet, asteroid, dwarf planet.

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