Which of These Was NOT a Result of Comet Shoemaker-Levy

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Multiple Choice

Which of these was NOT a result of Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 impacting Jupiter?

• A) The observable effects were delayed by several months after impact, because the resulting heat had to be convected through Jupiter's atmosphere.
• B) Friction with the atmosphere created enormous fireballs.
• C) Carbon from the comet vaporized, leaving dark plumes.
• D) Ripples created by the impact disturbed Jupiter's atmosphere for months.

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