UNIVERSE
PLANETARY INTERIORS
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Question
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Which of the following have the largest relative densities?
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Terrestrial planets
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Jovian planets
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The giant planets are less dense overall because they are made mainly of gases, and the inner rocky planets are more dense because they are made mainly of rock.
Detailed explanation-2: -As a gas giant (aka. composed largely of gaseous and liquid matter) Jupiter has a lower mean density than any of the terrestrial planets.
Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: Terrestrial planets are small with high densities and rocky surfaces. Jovian planets are large with low densities and gaseous surfaces.
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