Planetary

usgb/ˈplænəteri/
adjective

Related to or belonging to a planet or planets.

Planetary motions are studied in astronomy.
Visual representation of "planetary" - Related to or belonging to a planet or planets.

Often appears as...

  • planetary system
  • planetary motion

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Astronomy Usage

The term 'planetary' is common in astronomy to describe elements related to planets.

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The planetary nebula was observed through the telescope.
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Scientific Context

'Planetary' reveals that the subject is treated from a scientific or technical viewpoint.

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Planetary geology investigates the rock formations of Mars.
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