Which hypothesis suggested that the Moon formed elsewhere and was later caught by Earth's gravity?
A) fission hypothesis
B) fusion hypothesis
C) large-impact hypothesis
D) capture hypothesis
E) condensation hypothesis

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The capture hypothesis suggests that the Moon was formed elsewhere in the solar system and was later captured by Earth's gravity. This theory contrasts with others that propose the Moon formed in the vicinity of Earth.

Which Hypothesis Suggested That the Moon Formed Elsewhere and Was