As a moon in a very elliptical orbit moves closer to and then farther from a planet, gravity flexes the moon with tides, and friction heats the interior. This process is referred to as
A)tidal heating.
B)occultation.
C)vaporization.
D)differentiation.
E)sublimation.

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Tidal heating is the process by which the gravitational force of a planet flexes and deforms its moon, generating heat in the interior of the moon. This heating can cause geological activity such as volcanic eruptions and could even make a moon habitable.

As a Moon in a Very Elliptical Orbit Moves Closer