Why Is Jupiter Denser Than Saturn

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Multiple Choice

Why is Jupiter denser than Saturn?

• A)It is made of a different composition than Saturn,including a higher proportion of hydrogen compounds and rocks.
• B)The extra mass of Jupiter compresses its interior to a greater extent than that of Saturn.
• C)Its core is much larger than Saturn's.
• D)It has a greater proportion of helium to hydrogen compared to Saturn.
• E)It is unknown why this is so.

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