ScienceActuallyThe side of Io facing Jupiter experiences a stronger gravitational pull than the side facing away. This difference in gravitational forces leads to tidal bulges on Io, causing the moon to be constantly squeezed and stretched as it orbits Jupiter.
The side of Io facing Jupiter experiences a stronger gravitational pull than the side facing away. This difference in gravitational forces leads to tidal bulges on Io, causing the moon to be constantly squeezed and stretched as it orbits Jupiter.