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Why is Jupiter noticeably oblate?
Why is Jupiter noticeably oblate?
- It has a strong magnetic field
- It has a powerful gravitational attraction from its moons
- It rotates rapidly (correct)
- It has a mantle of liquid metallic hydrogen
How does Jupiter's mass compare to that of other planets?
How does Jupiter's mass compare to that of other planets?
- It is twice as massive as all other planets combined (correct)
- It is similar to the mass of Earth and Venus
- It is about a tenth the mass of the Sun
- It is slightly larger than Saturn's mass
How does the density of Jupiter compare to that of the terrestrial planets?
How does the density of Jupiter compare to that of the terrestrial planets?
- Its density is slightly less than Mercury, but more than Mars
- Its density is less than any terrestrial planet (correct)
- It is denser than all the terrestrial planets combined
- It is denser than the Moon, but less dense than the other terrestrial planets
What is the primary factor in Jupiter's shape?
What is the primary factor in Jupiter's shape?
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What is notable about Jupiter's mass compared to the Sun's?
What is notable about Jupiter's mass compared to the Sun's?
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What is the method used to determine Jupiter's rapid rotation period?
What is the method used to determine Jupiter's rapid rotation period?
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What is the evidence that suggests Jupiter has a substantial solid core under its thick clouds?
What is the evidence that suggests Jupiter has a substantial solid core under its thick clouds?
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What is the characteristic of Jupiter's rotation period?
What is the characteristic of Jupiter's rotation period?
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What is the Great Red Spot on Jupiter?
What is the Great Red Spot on Jupiter?
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What is the probable source of the day-to-day variations in Jupiter's belts and zones?
What is the probable source of the day-to-day variations in Jupiter's belts and zones?
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