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Japan is a part of what culture region

Which statement correctly describes the verb function in this sentence? the word “dancing” is a verb that functions as a noun. the word “dancing” is a verb that functions as an adjective. the word “becoming” is a verb that functions as a noun. the word “becoming” is a verb that functions as an adjective.

Based on his npr interview,"astrophysicist chroniclesbattle over pluto," why does dr. tyson believe that pluto is america's favorite planet?