Why do the planets float?

Answer 1

The Moon doesn't exactly float. The Moon actually "falls" towards Earth, meaning that without gravitation, it would continue in a straight line. Its almost circular orbit around Earth (instead of continuing in a straight line) is the direct result of Earth's gravitation.

Answer 2

Planets float in space due to their natural motion around a more massive object, like a star. This motion creates a balanced gravitational interaction that keeps them in orbit, which gives the appearance of floating. The absence of drag or resistance in space allows planets to maintain their orbits indefinitely.

Answer 3

They dont they are moving in a eliptical orbit around the sun due to the suns gravity pulling on them causing centripetal force, similar to when you spin a ball above your head on string, the slowness of this movement gives the illusion that the planets are floating.

Answer 4

Planets float because space has no gravity. Planets rotate SLOWLY because also because of gravity (and they are so fat) kidding :-).

Answer 5

The moon does have gravity. It's about one-sixth of the gravity we have on earth. You would weigh less if you were on the moon.

Answer 6

because the moon have a very strong gravitational pull so the object cannot stay put, therefore causing it to float

Answer 7

because peoples feet smell

Answer 8

Pull of the Earth's gravity.