Multiple Choice
One consequence of the combination of rapid orbital motion and synchronous rotation of Phobos as it orbits Mars is that:
A) its orbital plane is slowly moving toward a polar orbit around Mars.
B) it is slowly spiraling into the planet.
C) it is slowly spiraling outward from the planet.
D) one side of the moon never receives sunlight.
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