The Shape and Dimensions of the Magnetosphere Surrounding Jupiter Are

question 120

Multiple Choice

The shape and dimensions of the magnetosphere surrounding Jupiter are controlled by

• A) the atoms of Jupiter's outer atmosphere moving outward because of the rapid rotation of the planet, pressing against the solar wind.
• B) the pressure of the solar wind against the outer atmosphere of Jupiter.
• C) solar radiation pressure pushing against the planet's outer atmosphere.
• D) the opposing pressures of the ionized gas of the solar wind and the planet's magnetic field.