An asteroid approaches Jupiter and is slung around into a new trajectory across the solar system. Which of the following are possible? Select the three correct answers.(2 points) Responses The asteroid slows down as it passes around Jupiter. The asteroid slows down as it passes around Jupiter. The asteroid falls into an irregular orbit around Jupiter. The asteroid falls into an irregular orbit around Jupiter. The asteroid spirals into the sun. The asteroid spirals into the sun. The asteroid enters a stable elliptical orbit around the sun. The asteroid enters a stable elliptical orbit around the sun. The asteroid continues out of the solar system. The asteroid continues out of the solar system. The asteroid adopts an unusual orbit around the sun, such as an egg shape.

Answer 1

The three correct responses regarding the possible outcomes of an asteroid approaching Jupiter and being influenced by its gravity are:

1. The asteroid falls into an irregular orbit around Jupiter.
2. The asteroid enters a stable elliptical orbit around the sun.
3. The asteroid continues out of the solar system.

These responses reflect the potential gravitational interactions and resulting trajectories of an asteroid influenced by a massive body like Jupiter.