Help calculating planets attributes

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In summary, the main attributes used to calculate a planet's characteristics are its mass, radius, and distance from its star. A planet's mass is determined by measuring its gravitational pull on nearby objects or by observing the effects of its gravity on its star. The distance from its star affects a planet's temperature, atmosphere, and potential for hosting life. Additionally, a planet's radius and volume are directly related, and other factors such as composition, rotation, and magnetic field can also affect a planet's characteristics.
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Where, or how can I find out what the Orbital state vectors of all planets and possibly dwarf planets are at a certain point in time (in our solar system)?

Thankyou in advance.
 
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Nevermind found it, if anybody else was interested the solution is here:
http://www.bruce-shapiro.com/pair/ElementConversionRecipes.pdf
 
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Related to Help calculating planets attributes

1. What are the main attributes used to calculate a planet's characteristics?

The main attributes used to calculate a planet's characteristics are its mass, radius, and distance from its star.

2. How is a planet's mass determined?

A planet's mass is determined by measuring its gravitational pull on nearby objects or by observing the effects of its gravity on its star.

3. What role does a planet's distance from its star play in its characteristics?

A planet's distance from its star affects its temperature, atmosphere, and potential for hosting life.

4. How are a planet's radius and volume related?

A planet's radius and volume are directly related, with the volume increasing as the radius increases.

5. Are there any other factors besides mass, radius, and distance that can affect a planet's characteristics?

Yes, other factors such as composition, rotation, and magnetic field can also play a role in determining a planet's characteristics.

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