In the following cases, decide whether the moon might undergo tidal heating. (a) Anewly formed moon that
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In the following cases, decide whether the moon might undergo tidal heating.
(a) Anewly formed moon that is in a circular orbit, and has a rotation period that is much less than its orbital period.
(b) An ancient moon that has acquired synchronous rotation, and has a circular orbit.
(c) An ancient moon that has acquired synchronous rotation, and has a significant orbital eccentricity.
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An Introduction To The Solar System
ISBN: 9781108430845
3rd Edition
Authors: David A. Rothery, Neil McBride, Iain Gilmour
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