Neptune's largest moon, Triton, orbits in a direction opposite to the direction in which Neptune rotates. Which of the following is most likely implied by this fact?
A) Triton experiences very strong tidal forces.
B) Triton probably formed as the result of a giant impact.
C) Triton probably was captured into orbit by Neptune.
D) Triton probably formed in its current orbit around Neptune.
E) Triton probably has a rocky, asteroid-like composition.
C) Triton probably was captured into orbit by Neptune.
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