What object in our solar system has the greatest gravitational pull, and why?

Mercury, because it's the smallest planet in the solar system.

The moon, because it's able to keep Earth balanced on its axis.

Earth, because it's able to keep water and an atmosphere that supports life.

The Sun, because it's the largest body in the solar system.

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Monique Carr

Geography

1 September, 15:28

What object in our solar system has the greatest gravitational pull, and why?

Mercury, because it's the smallest planet in the solar system.

The moon, because it's able to keep Earth balanced on its axis.

Earth, because it's able to keep water and an atmosphere that supports life.

The Sun, because it's the largest body in the solar system.

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Scarlett Larson · Answer 1

The sun. The greater a mass, the stronger the gravitational pull. Since, the sun has the largest body in our solar system, it will also have the greatest gravitational pull. Good luck!