According to Our Current Theory of Planet Formation, Can a Jupiter-Like

question 91

Multiple Choice

According to our current theory of planet formation, can a Jupiter-like planet form from a rotating disk of dust and gas close to its parent star?

• A) no, because the gases would be attracted to rocky terrestrial planets, forming atmospheres
• B) yes, because we see Jupiter-like planets with small orbits around other stars
• C) no, because it would be too hot for gases to condense
• D) no, because there is no gas, only rock in the inner part of the disk

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