The Shape of Youth: Deimos' Smooth Surface Holds Secrets to Moon Formation The Martian moon, Deimos, has long been a subject of debate among astronomers.
Its remarkably smooth surface contrasts sharply with that of Phobos, sparking intense discussion about its origins. Recent findings from the European Space Agency's Hera mission have shed new light on this mystery.
Data gathered by the Hera spacecraft was used to model a hypothetical impact scenario in which a single asteroid collided with Deimos at a 45 degree angle.