Asteroids 2023

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What is the region between Mars and Jupiter where many asteroids orbit called?

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The main belt.

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What percentage of asteroids are carbonaceous, meaning they contain a lot of carbon?

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60-75%.

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What are asteroids that have orbits bringing them close to Earth called?

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NEAs (Near-Earth Asteroids).

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In the solar system diagram, where is the significant gap that puzzled astronomers?

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Between Mars and Jupiter.

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On average, how far apart are decent-sized asteroids?

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Millions of kilometers apart.

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What are the two main types of asteroids based on composition?

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Carbonaceous and silicate.

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What is the primary composition of carbonaceous asteroids?

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They are rich in carbon.

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What is the significance of the Kirkwood Gap?

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It is a region in the asteroid belt where few asteroids are found due to gravitational influences of Jupiter.

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What are Trojan asteroids?

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Asteroids that share an orbit with a larger planet, located at stable points (Lagrange points).

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What is the difference between asteroids and comets?

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Asteroids are rocky bodies, while comets are icy bodies that release gas or dust.