Thursday, 31 October 2013

uranus - What are the current accepted theories of the formation of the Uranian moon Miranda?

Miranda, a moon of Uranus is unique in that it has a very fractured surface



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Source: University of Oregon



The surface is said to be jagged and fractured, with comparatively large disjointed cliffs and great faultlines.



What are the current accepted theories for the formation of such a strange world?



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