The Most Probable Theory for the Solar System's Formation Is

question 73

Multiple Choice

The most probable theory for the solar system's formation is

• A) a capture theory in which the Sun captured objects moving through space,which then became the planets.
• B) an encounter in which a passing star ripped off material from the Sun to form the planets.
• C) gas and dust clouds condensed to form the Sun,whereas planets formed later within a nebular disk.
• D) condensation of a slowly contracting nebula of hot gas,first into planets in the outer region,then into the Sun at the center.