ConcepTest: Jovian Planet Characteristics
This material was originally created for
Starting Point:Introductory Geology and is replicated here as part of the SERC Pedagogic Service.
Initial Publication Date: May 8, 2006
Question:
The characteristics of four planets are listed below. Which planet is most likely to be classified as Jovian?
a. Mainly rocky, volcanism, low gravity.b. Mainly rocky, no volcanism, high gravity.
c. Mainly gaseous, volcanism, low gravity.
d. Mainly gaseous, no volcanism, high gravity.
Student Responses:
No data yet. The correct response is D.
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