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On average, the Moon orbits Earth from a distance of about 30 Earth radii.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

What would happen to a large moon inside the Roche Limit?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

Tidal forces would pull and tug the moon out of shape until it was torn apart. The pieces would eventually form a ring around the planet.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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