Asteroids May Change Their Orbits Frequently and Erratically

question 65

Multiple Choice

Asteroids may change their orbits frequently and erratically. Why?

• A) Volcanic activity can push off their current orbit.
• B) Gravitational pulls from planets can deflect them into new orbits.
• C) Magnetic fields cause them to spin.
• D) They decrease in mass over time by losing volatiles.

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