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This holds a planet's atmosphere close to its surface:

A. Radiation

B. Gravity

C. Cloud cover

D. Moisture

E. Pressure

Answer: Option B

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Our atmosphere is a mixture of gases that surround Earth. It is kept in place by the pull of Earth's gravity. If Earth was a much smaller planet, like Mercury or Pluto, its gravity would be to weak to hold a large atmosphere.

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