Why Is Jupiter Denser Than Saturn

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Multiple Choice

Why is Jupiter denser than Saturn?

• A)Its core is much larger than Saturn's.
• B)It is made of a different composition than Saturn, including a higher proportion of hydrogen compounds and rocks.
• C)The extra mass of Jupiter compresses its interior to a greater extent than that of Saturn.
• D)It has a greater proportion of helium to hydrogen compared to Saturn.
• E)Scientists do not know why this is so.

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