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The prevailing theory for years has been that they were captured asteroids. However, because their orbits are nearly circular and their orbital planes are close to Mars' equatorial plane (neither of which is to be expected from captured asteroids), some scientists believe they may debris from a late impact on Mars itself (similar to the currently prevailing theory for the formation of Earth's Moon).
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What is the origin of Hindu?
India, most likely.
What is the Hindus country of origin?
India, most likely.
What is the origin of the Kalinchuk surname?
Most likely, Ukrainian
Where did gun originate from?
Most likely Chinese in origin
What is the origin of the expression In your face?
The 1970s is the origin of "in your face", most likely first coming from sports.
After Mars the next most likely candidates for life in the solar system are?
The next most likely candidates for life in our solar system are moons like Europa, Enceladus, and Titan. These moons have subsurface oceans that could potentially harbor microbial life. Additionally, there is ongoing research to explore the potential for life on these moons.
What type of planet would have the most moons?
A gas giant planet is likely to have the most moons due to its size and gravitational influence, which can capture and retain a large number of moons in orbit around it. For example, Saturn and Jupiter in our own solar system have a significant number of moons.
What do most scientists believe is the origin of the moons?
Scientist theorize that a planet-sized object collided with earth and the moon formed
What is the origin of the surname Denizard?
This surname is mostly found in France, so most likely of French origin.
What is the most likely origin of asteroids?
The most likely came off as debris from colliding planets or other large objects.
What country did souffle' originate from?
origin of souffle
How are asteroid and moons alike and different?
Both asteroids and moons can be rocky. An asteroid orbits the Sun while a moon orbits a planet. Mars has two moons (Deimos and Phobos) that are most likely former asteroids.
