Why do certain objects in space orbit others?

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Objects in space orbit each other primarily due to their masses and the gravitational forces between them. The more massive body is closer to the center of mass, or barycenter, of the system, resulting in less noticeable motion compared to the less massive body. Both bodies exert gravitational pull on each other, leading to mutual orbits. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for studying celestial mechanics. The concept of the barycenter is essential in explaining these orbital relationships.
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Is it because of their different masses?
 
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It's all about mass. Actually, both bodies orbit each other, just that the more massive body is closer to the center of mass of the system so its motion is less affected than the lesser mass body.
 
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