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Why is Saturn’s moon Phoebe called an “irregular” satellite? How are irregular satellites supposed to have formed and evolved?
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Bundle: Foundations of Astronomy, Enhanced, Loose-Leaf Version, 13th + MindTap Astronomy, 2 terms (12 months) Printed Access Card
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