Because of tidal forces, for every ________ time(s) it rotates on its axis, Mercury revolves around the Sun ________ time(s).
A) 1; 1
B) 2; 3
C) 3; 2
D) 10; 1
E) 20; 1

Name: Because of tidal forces, for every ________ time(s) it rotates on its axis, Mercury revolves around the Sun ________ time(s). A) 1; 1 B) 2; 3 C) 3; 2 D) 10; 1 E) 20; 1
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Mercury has a 3:2 spin-orbit resonance, meaning it rotates three times on its axis for every two revolutions around the Sun.

Because of Tidal Forces, for Every ________ Time(s) It Rotates