Which of the following is a consequence of the discovery of hot Jupiters for the nebular theory of solar system formation?
A)It has been modified to allow for the formation of gas giants within the frost line.
B)It has been discarded.
C)It has been modified to allow for planets to migrate inwards or outwards due to gravitational interactions.
D)Its status is unclear and awaits further observations that will determine whether hot Jupiters are dense Earth like planets or gas giants.

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The discovery of hot Jupiters has led the nebular theory to be modified to allow for planets to migrate inwards or outwards due to gravitational interactions. This is known as the migration hypothesis, which suggests that gas giants form further out in the protoplanetary disk and then migrate inwards to their current position.

Which of the Following Is a Consequence of the Discovery