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You know that there are large gaps in the average distances of asteroids from the Sun within the asteroid belt because you?

Different gravitational interactions and collisions have created these gaps, known as the Kirkwood gaps, by exerting influence on the asteroids' orbits, causing some orbits to become more stable in certain regions while leaving gaps in others. This phenomenon is a result of resonances with Jupiter's gravity perturbing the asteroid orbits over time.


Why are asteroids observed at the distances of the gaps in the asteroid belt?

A gap is located at an average orbital distance, and asteroid orbits often have large eccentricities. Edit: These are the "Kirkwood gaps" and they are caused by the effect of Jupiter's gravity on the asteroids. I've not deleted the previous answer, but I don't think it helps much. The gaps are in the distribution of the values of the semi-major axes of the orbits of asteroids rather than particular places in space. So orbital eccentricities can't be the explanation. I think it's simply because asteroids stray into the Kirkwood gaps under various gravitational forces. But these orbits are not stable and asteroids will tend to be cleared away again, eventually.


What were the gaps in fortification battlements called?

The gaps in fortification battlements are called crenels. These are the openings in the parapet wall that allow defenders to shoot at enemies while also providing cover. The sections in between the crenels are called merlons.


Why discontinuous spectrum is also called atomic or line spectrum?

Because the band is broken by colorless gaps


What is a missing part of the fossil record called?

A missing part of the fossil record is often referred to as a "fossil gap" or "gaps in the fossil record." These gaps occur due to various factors, such as the conditions needed for fossilization being rare, erosion, or the incompleteness of geological records. Such gaps can hinder our understanding of evolutionary history and the timeline of life on Earth.

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What are large gaps in the asteroid belt often called Kirkwood gaps are caused by?

Kirkwood gaps are caused by the gravitational influence of Jupiter on the asteroids in the asteroid belt. Jupiter's gravity creates resonant orbits that cause asteroids to avoid specific regions in the belt, creating these gaps.


How can a asteroid get out of a asteroid belt?

An asteroid can get out of the belt because of another huge asteroid hitting it or by getting pulled into an unstable orbit by the gravity of Jupiter. There are gaps called Kirkwood gaps in the asteroid belt at certain distances from the sun because the influence of Jupiter causes orbits at those distances to become unstable. A collision with a comet would be another possible reason, but this is very unlikely (except in Hollywood movies).


What do astronomers mean when they refers to gaps in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter?

Astronomers refer to gaps in the asteroid belt as regions where there are fewer asteroids compared to other parts of the belt. These gaps are generally created by the gravitational influence of Jupiter, which can clear out debris as asteroids interact with the planet's orbit.


Kirkwood gaps in the asteroid belt occur at distances where?

the period of an orbiting asteroid would be a simple fraction (like 1/3 or 1/4) of Jupiter's orbital period.


How do orbital resonances with Jupiter have affected the asteroid belt?

Orbital resonances with Jupiter have influenced the distribution of asteroids in the asteroid belt by creating gaps known as Kirkwood gaps. These gaps occur at specific distances from Jupiter where orbital resonances with the planet prevent the accumulation of asteroids. As a result, asteroids in these resonant orbits are either ejected from the belt or pushed into different orbits.


You know that there are large gaps in the average distances of asteroids from the Sun within the asteroid belt because you?

Different gravitational interactions and collisions have created these gaps, known as the Kirkwood gaps, by exerting influence on the asteroids' orbits, causing some orbits to become more stable in certain regions while leaving gaps in others. This phenomenon is a result of resonances with Jupiter's gravity perturbing the asteroid orbits over time.


Why are asteroids observed at the distances of the gaps in the asteroid belt?

A gap is located at an average orbital distance, and asteroid orbits often have large eccentricities. Edit: These are the "Kirkwood gaps" and they are caused by the effect of Jupiter's gravity on the asteroids. I've not deleted the previous answer, but I don't think it helps much. The gaps are in the distribution of the values of the semi-major axes of the orbits of asteroids rather than particular places in space. So orbital eccentricities can't be the explanation. I think it's simply because asteroids stray into the Kirkwood gaps under various gravitational forces. But these orbits are not stable and asteroids will tend to be cleared away again, eventually.


What did Daniel Kirkwood discover?

Gaps that are now called kirkwood gaps


What is it called when you fill the gaps using oil?

Lubrication is filling in gaps using oil.


When should a serpentine belt need replacing on an 05 ford explorer?

Before it breaks. Check the Belt for age/wear by feeling it for gaps on the underside (drive side). If there are good sized gaps in the tread, REPLACE THE BELT. If it's heavily glazed on the TOP, REPLACE IT. It's a cheap replace instead of an Engine rebuild.


What is it called when you fill in gaps with what your senses tell us?

Perception is when you fill in the gaps with what your senses tell you.


What are gaps in rock layers called?

Gaps in rock layers are called unconformities. Unconformities represent periods of time where deposition of sediment ceased and erosion occurred before deposition resumed, creating a gap in the geological record.