The Fission Theory of the Moon's Origin Has Been Criticized

question 52

Multiple Choice

The fission theory of the moon's origin has been criticized because

• A) the moon is more spherical than Earth.
• B) the moon's composition is different from Earth's.
• C) the tidal forces are making the moon approach Earth.
• D) it requires too many coincidences for it to occur.
• E) the moon has a large iron-nickel core.

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