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Body types and Composition

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	Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as [[events]] are triggered by the game.		Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as [[events]] are triggered by the game.

	Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].		Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a [[Solar System#Prospecting\|survey operation]]. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].

	''*Tip: If you want to send many probes there is a one-click option in the Intel -> Solar System tab.''		''*Tip: If you want to send many probes there is a one-click option in the Intel -> Solar System tab.''

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	== Resources and Mining ==		== Resources and Mining ==
	The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{~~icon~~\|water~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Water~~, {{~~icon~~\|volatiles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Volatiles~~, {{~~icon~~\|metals~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Metals~~, {{~~icon~~\|nobles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Nobles~~, and {{~~icon~~\|fissiles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Fissiles~~) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{~~icon~~\|antimatter~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~antimatter~~ after the relevant technology has been researched.		The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{TV\|water}}, {{TV\|volatiles}}, {{TV\|metals}}, {{TV\|nobles}}, and {{TV\|fissiles}}) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{TV\|antimatter}} after the relevant technology has been researched.

	Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on [[Luna\|the Moon]], for instance, are far lower than [[Mars]] (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.		Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on [[Luna\|the Moon]], for instance, are far lower than [[Mars]] (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.
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	If modifyBySize is true, then the Mean and Min values are modified as follows:		If modifyBySize is true, then the Mean and Min values are modified as follows:
	* For {{~~icon~~\|water~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Water~~ and {{~~icon~~\|volatiles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Volatiles~~:		* For {{TV\|water}} and {{TV\|volatiles}}:
	<pre> Actual Value = Base Value × Clamp(Mass Modifier, 0.75, 1.25) </pre>		<pre> Actual Value = Base Value × Clamp(Mass Modifier, 0.75, 1.25) </pre>
	* For {{~~icon~~\|metals~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Metals~~, {{~~icon~~\|nobles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Nobles~~, and {{~~icon~~\|fissiles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Fissiles~~:		* For {{TV\|metals}}, {{TV\|nobles}}, and {{TV\|fissiles}}:
	<pre> Actual Value = Base Value × Clamp(Mass Modifier × Density Modifier, 0.75, 1.25) </pre>		<pre> Actual Value = Base Value × Clamp(Mass Modifier × Density Modifier, 0.75, 1.25) </pre>

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	# If V is less than 0.01, then set V to 0.		# If V is less than 0.01, then set V to 0.

	In the case of {{~~icon~~\|nobles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Nobles~~, there is one final modification:		In the case of {{TV\|nobles}}, there is one final modification:
	# Let M be the {{~~icon~~\|metals~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Metals~~ output value, and N be the {{~~icon~~\|nobles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Nobles~~ output value.		# Let M be the {{TV\|metals}} output value, and N be the {{TV\|nobles}} output value.
	# Divide M by either 2 or 3 (50% chance for each).		# Divide M by either 2 or 3 (50% chance for each).
	# If N > M, then set the {{~~icon~~\|nobles~~\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray~~}} ~~Nobles~~ output value to M.		# If N > M, then set the {{TV\|nobles}} output value to M.

	== Orbital Debris ==		== Orbital Debris ==

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	<i>This page discusses the game mechanics for celestial bodies. For a list of all space bodies in Terra Invicta, as well as their stats, see [[Space Body List]] instead.</i>		<i>This page discusses the game mechanics for celestial bodies. For a list of all space bodies in Terra Invicta, as well as their stats, see [[Space Body List]] instead. For a list of hab sites and mining profiles, as well as their stats, see [[Hab Site List]] and [[Mining Profile List]] instead. </i>

	'''Celestial Bodies''' are naturally occurring significant gravitational masses, representing the major locations of Terra Invicta's [[Solar System]]. They are the primary targets for the industrialization of space via [[Factions\|human]] and [[Aliens\|alien]] [[Habs\|infrastructure]] ([[Solar System#Lagrange Points\|Lagrange points]] being the exception).		'''Celestial Bodies''' are naturally occurring significant gravitational masses, representing the major locations of Terra Invicta's [[Solar System]]. They are the primary targets for the industrialization of space via [[Factions\|human]] and [[Aliens\|alien]] [[Habs\|infrastructure]] ([[Solar System#Lagrange Points\|Lagrange points]] being the exception).

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Resources and Mining

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	The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.		The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.

	Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on [[~~the~~ Luna\|Moon]], for instance, are far lower than [[Mars]] (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.		Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on [[Luna\|the Moon]], for instance, are far lower than [[Mars]] (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.

	=== Resource Formulas ===		=== Resource Formulas ===

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Resources and Mining

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	The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.		The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.

	Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on ~~the~~ [[Luna\|Moon]], for instance, are far lower than [[Mars]] (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.		Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on [[the Luna\|Moon]], for instance, are far lower than [[Mars]] (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.

	=== Resource Formulas ===		=== Resource Formulas ===

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	The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.		The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.

	Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on the Moon, for instance, are far lower than Mars (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.		Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on the [[Luna\|Moon]], for instance, are far lower than [[Mars]] (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.

	=== Resource Formulas ===		=== Resource Formulas ===

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	The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.		The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.

	Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on the Moon, for instance, are far lower than Mars (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted, smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.		Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on the Moon, for instance, are far lower than Mars (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.

	=== Resource Formulas ===		=== Resource Formulas ===

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	The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.		The five basic space [[Resources\|resources]] ({{icon\|water\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Water, {{icon\|volatiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Volatiles, {{icon\|metals\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Metals, {{icon\|nobles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Nobles, and {{icon\|fissiles\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} Fissiles) can be found in these bodies. Their abundance and distribution depend on dice rolls cast during world generation. Certain orbits also allow the harvesting of {{icon\|antimatter\|bgcolor=DarkSlateGray}} antimatter after the relevant technology has been researched.

	~~Regardless, some~~ celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on the Moon, for instance, are far lower than Mars (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer to encourage further expansion~~. Moreover~~, ~~sufficiently small~~ space bodies may ~~prevent~~ the construction of ~~larger~~ bases~~. Different~~ bodies and orbits ~~do, at the end of the day,~~ carry material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.		Some celestial bodies will always be far more valuable than others in terms of resource availability and ease of extraction. Early resources on the Moon, for instance, are far lower than Mars (which is typically the main expansion point in the early game). Space bodies in the outer solar system are also generally richer, to encourage further expansion, and as previously noted, smaller space bodies may not allow the construction of higher tier bases – different bodies and orbits will carry different material or strategic value depending on the player's needs in a given campaign.

	=== Resource Formulas ===		=== Resource Formulas ===

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Body types and Composition

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	With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").		With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").

	Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as events are triggered by the game.		Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as [[events]] are triggered by the game.

	Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].		Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].

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Body types and Composition

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	With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").		With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").

	Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource ~~Formula~~\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as events are triggered by the game.		Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as events are triggered by the game.

	Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].		Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].

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	With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").		With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").

	Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as events are triggered by the game.		Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as [[events]] are triggered by the game.

	Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].		Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].

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	With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").		With the exception of [[Sol\|the Sun]], there are six main categories of celestial bodies modeled by the game: planets, dwarf planets, planetary moons, ateroidal moons, asteroids, and comets. These are subdivided into astrological classifications that form the title of a selected body (e.g. "terrestrial planet", "gas giant", "centaur").

	Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource ~~Formula~~\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as events are triggered by the game.		Celestial bodies can have varying compositions between campaigns. The resource extraction potential is [[#Resource Formulas\|calculated]] separately for each body and can differ drastically between playthroughs, based on resource rolls. The specific resource availability of a body is only revealed after [[Solar System#Prospecting\|prospecting]], and can change as events are triggered by the game.

	Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].		Determining the exact resources available requires either a probe, or a [[Spaceships\|ship]] with a [[Mobile Space Science Lab]] to perform a survey operation. This prospecting data can also be acquired from other [[Factions]] by using the {{MissionIcon\|Turn}}[[Turn Councilor]] mission or by forming an [[Factions#Trade_Negotiations\|Intel Sharing Agreement]].