The asymmetrical surface markings on some of Saturn's moons are probably due to:
A)all of the moons are located within the rings and they sweep up ring particles.
B)the moons of Saturn are made primarily of ices.
C)in most cases, the moons are tidally locked by Saturn's gravity into synchronous rotation.
D)comet impacts become progressively harder as you get closer to Saturn.
E)most of the moons show signs of ice volcanism driven by tidal interactions.

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The asymmetrical surface markings are likely due to the moons being tidally locked, causing one side to always face Saturn and accumulate more debris and impacts.

The Asymmetrical Surface Markings on Some of Saturn's Moons Are