Which of the Following Would Most Directly Favor the Core

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would most directly favor the core accretion model over the hydrodynamic instability model for the formation of giant planets?

• A) an accurate census of the "hot Jupiters"
• B) observations of comet-gas giant collisions in our Solar System
• C) a detection of a massive, rocky core in the outer part of a very young protoplanetary disk
• D) precise calculations of the formation sites of Jupiter and Saturn

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Definitions:

Adrenal Glands

Endocrine glands located above the kidneys that produce various hormones including adrenaline and cortisol, which help regulate metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, and stress responses.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A model outlining how stress impacts the body, initially activating the fight-or-flight response followed by adaptation if exposure is prolonged, and ultimately, potential exhaustion or disease.

Exhaustion Stage

The final stage of the general adaptation syndrome, where the body’s resources are depleted leading to decreased resistance to stress and potential health issues.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) that describes the physiological changes the body goes through when under stress.