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Jupiter doesn't really have a surface as we think of earth's surface. Jupiter is a gas giant and is almost all gas. There is a small rocky/metallic core, but it would be no place to plan a vacation. Jupiter doesn't have a surface, in the way that we think of such a thing. The largest planet in our Solar System is what's called a "gas giant" and is composed primarily of hydrogen -- the vast majority of it in its gaseous form. The deeper you travel into Jupiter, the higher the pressure gets, but it's most likely that you would never find much in the way of "solid" matter. There is a school of thought that says there could be a core of metallic hydrogen right at the center of Jupiter, but more research is needed to either prove or disprove the theory.
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RafaTheir is no real surface it is a "gas giant" so the "surface" is all gas. I am an astronomy student and i know that the "surface" is not boring it is actually very interesting.
User:Gertjantjn22:26, 19 Aug 2009 (UTC)~
That's right, but Jupiter has a core of solide rock, but noth that big as the rock planets like Mercury, venus , mars or the earth.
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What planet has twice the gravity of earth?
Despite the fact that Uranus has a mass 14.5 times Earth's mass, its surface gravity isless thanEarth's.Jupiter and Neptune both have more "surface gravity" than Earth.
Does Jupiter have tectonic plates?
Jupiter does not have tectonic plates like those found on Earth. Jupiter is a gas giant composed mostly of hydrogen and helium, with no solid surface for tectonic activity to occur. Tectonic plates are unique to rocky planets like Earth.
Which planet has white ammonia clouds?
Jupiter has white ammonia clouds in its atmosphere, which are seen in the prominent bands and swirls on the planet's surface.
What is geology of Io?
Io is a moon of Jupiter and has a diverse geology characterized by numerous volcanoes, extensive lava flows, and unique surface features like mountains and calderas. The volcanic activity on Io is due to tidal heating caused by its gravitational interactions with Jupiter and other moons. The lack of an atmosphere on Io means that features on its surface are well-preserved and provide valuable insights into the geological processes at work.
Which planet has the strongest gravity and why?
Jupiter has the strongest gravity among the planets in our solar system. This is because Jupiter is the largest planet, and its mass creates a stronger gravitational pull compared to the other planets.
