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Kuiper Belt
Oort Cloud
Asteroid Belt
Heliosphere
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The Oort Cloud sits far beyond the planets, holding icy objects that come from the gravitational pull of the giant planets. Other options are incorrect because Many think the belt beyond Neptune is the main icy reservoir, but it only has small icy objects and is closer to the Sun; Some believe the rocky zone between Mars and Jupiter holds icy bodies, but it is mainly rock and metal.
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Solar System Reservoirs
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Solar System Reservoirs refer to regions like the Oort Cloud, where vast numbers of icy bodies reside. These bodies, including comets, originate from gravitational interactions with outer planets and can be influenced by nearby stars. Studying these reservoirs helps us understand the dynamics of solar system formation and evolution.
Topic Definition
Solar System Reservoirs refer to regions like the Oort Cloud, where vast numbers of icy bodies reside. These bodies, including comets, originate from gravitational interactions with outer planets and can be influenced by nearby stars. Studying these reservoirs helps us understand the dynamics of solar system formation and evolution.
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