Have We Observed Differential Rotation in the Atmosphere of Jupiter

question 227

Multiple Choice

Have we observed differential rotation in the atmosphere of Jupiter?

• A) No, the entire atmosphere rotates together.
• B) Yes, the polar regions rotate slightly faster than the equatorial regions.
• C) Yes, the equatorial regions rotate slightly faster than the polar regions.
• D) Yes, the equatorial regions rotate much faster (approximately half the period) than the polar regions.

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