Astronomers have clarified the odd shapes of small asteroids Dimorphos and Selam, suggesting such formations may be more common. Binary asteroids, formed from spinning parent asteroids releasing debris, show varied shapes due to factors like parent asteroid density and collision types. Computer models reveal these dynamics, explaining the peculiar morphologies observed.
Unveiling the mystery of unusual asteroid shapes: From Dimorphos to Salem
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