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Which characteristic of the sun is MOST responsible for keeping the planets in orbit?

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The solar system's planets, planetesimals, asteroids, and comets are held in orbit by the force of gravity, the mutual attraction between these objects and the Sun.
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The Sun's gravity is most responsible for keeping the planets in orbit. Hope this helps!
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