What is another word for roche limit?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈɒt͡ʃ lˈɪmɪt] (IPA) 
Roche limit is the minimum distance from a celestial body, such as a planet or moon, that a smaller object can come before being destroyed by tidal forces. Some synonyms for Roche limit include tidal radius, Roche radius, Roche sphere and Roche distance. The concept of Roche limit was named after the French astronomer Édouard Roche, who first proposed the idea in 1848. This limit plays a crucial role in both astronomy and astrophysics, as it helps us understand the dynamics of celestial bodies and their interactions with one another. Understanding Roche limit has helped us understand the formation and evolution of our solar system and other celestial objects in the universe.
