1- Jupiter\'s interior as depth is increased can be described as A) Increasing t
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1- Jupiter's interior as depth is increased can be described as
A) Increasing temperature and pressure
B) Decreasing temperature and increasing pressure
C) Constant temperature and pressure
2- Internal heating on Europa and Io is caused by _____.
A) Radioactive decay
B) Tidal deformation caused by Jupiter
C) Leftover formation energy
3- Which is a possible reason for Saturn's rings becoming more visible than rings of the other Gas Giant planets?
A) Saturn’s ring are more icy and reflect more light
B) The angle of the rings enhance their appearance
C) The location of Saturn in the solar system makes them brighter
Explanation / Answer
1. Option A is correct
The composition of Jupiter is similar to that of the sun — mostly hydrogen and helium. Deep in the atmosphere, pressure and temperature increase, compressing the hydrogen gas into a liquid.
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