How did the natural satellites in the Solar System form?
A) The moons probably formed from planetesimals orbiting the growing planets.
B) The moons likely were "captured" as they wandered too close to the planets.
C) The moons formed by the accretion of debris from massive collisions.
D) All of these choices are correct.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q47: A huge interstellar cloud collapsed into a
Q48: Which of the following features of the
Q49: One reason the planets near the Sun
Q50: What are interstellar grains?
A) tiny dust particles
Q51: What are planetesimals?
A) very small planets
B) satellites
Q53: Which of the following features of the
Q54: The numerous craters we see on the
Q55: Ice giants have been discovered orbiting very
Q56: Which dwarf planet does not have a
Q57: After correcting for detection limitations, what do
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents