The Particles in Saturn's Rings Are Composed of

question 130

Multiple Choice

The particles in Saturn's rings are composed of

• A) rocks with the reflectivity of dark asphalt.
• B) iron and nickel.
• C) ammonia and methane ice, possibly with rocky centers.
• D) water ice or rock coated with water ice.

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Definitions:

Chloroform

Chloroform is a colorless, sweet-smelling organic compound that has been used as a solvent and an anesthetic in the past, now recognized for its environmental and health implications.

Three-dimensional Structure

Refers to the spatial arrangement of atoms in a molecule or complex, establishing its shape.

Dichloroethene

An organochloride compound containing two chlorine atoms attached to a double-bonded carbon structure; used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of chlorinated solvents.

Molecular Dipole Moment

A measure of the separation of positive and negative electrical charges within a molecule, influencing its polarity and interactions with other molecules.