The Giant Impact Theory Attributes the Origin of the Moon

question 5

Multiple Choice

The giant impact theory attributes the origin of the Moon to the impact of a Mars-size body with the Earth.Which of the following is both a true statement and supports the impact theory of the Moon's origin?

• A)The scar left by the impact can be identified with the Pacific Ocean
• B)The composition of the Moon is similar to Earth's but somewhat different
• C)The impact was the same event that caused the extinction of the dinosaurs
• D)The impacting body sank inward to form the Earth's core

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