Which of These Is NOT a Reason That Planetary Scientists

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Multiple Choice

Which of these is NOT a reason that planetary scientists suspect that liquid water exists under the surface of Europa?

• A) existence of cracks and fractures on the moon's surface
• B) existence of smooth areas apparently formed by fluid erupting onto the surface
• C) lack of a magnetic field around Europa
• D) discovery of lenticulae of rising, warmed ice

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