Origin of the Moon

edited by W.K. Hartmann, R.J. Phillips, G.J. TaylorHistory--Dynamical Constraints--Geochemical Constraints--Geophysical Constraints--Theories and Processes of Origin 1, Lunar Formation Involving Capture or Fission--Theories and Processes of Origin 2, Considerations Involving Large Bodies in the Environment of Primordial Earth, and Chances for Close Approaches or Impacts--Theories and Processes of Origin 3, Lunar Formation Triggered by Large Impact--Theories and Processes of Origin 4, Models Emphasizing Coaccretion or Evolution of a Circumterrestrial Swarm, of Whatever Origin