It Used to Be Thought That Both of Mars's Moons

question 80

Essay

It used to be thought that both of Mars's moons were captured asteroids. Information fromMars Express and Mars Global Surveyor has led to the conclusion that Phobos may have formedby a different process. Briefly describe that process.

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