Plantet

Plantet is a term that is not widely recognized in the scientific community. It may be a misspelling of the term "planet". If you are referring to a planet, please see the detailed article below. If "Plantet" refers to something else, please provide more context.

Planet

A Planet is a celestial body that orbits around a star, is not a satellite of a planet, and has cleared its orbit of other debris. Planets are part of the Solar System, which includes the Sun, eight planets, their natural satellites, and other non-stellar objects.

Characteristics

Planets are characterized by their ability to orbit a star, their rounded shape due to their gravitational pull, and their cleared orbit. They can be classified into two main types: terrestrial planets and gas giants. Terrestrial planets, like Earth, have a solid surface, while gas giants, like Jupiter, are composed mostly of gaseous material.

Discovery and Exploration

The discovery and exploration of planets have been made possible through telescopes, spacecraft, and space probes. The study of planets, known as planetary science, involves various scientific disciplines including Astronomy, Geology, and Meteorology.

Planets in the Solar System

The Solar System is made up of eight planets: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Each planet has unique characteristics and is known for specific features, such as the rings of Saturn or the red surface of Mars.

See Also

• Dwarf planet
• Exoplanet
• Astronomy
• Space exploration