The source of thermal energy that can be attributed to the growth of a protoplanet is impact accretion. As materials collide and accumulate to form a protoplanet, the kinetic energy from these impacts is converted into thermal energy, contributing to the heating of the growing body.
Which source of thermal energy can be attributed to the growth of a protoplanet?(1 point) Responses radioactive decay radioactive decay impact accretion impact accretion differentiation differentiation gravitational compression
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