Have astronomers 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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Jupiter's equatorial regions rotate slightly faster than its polar regions, a phenomenon known as differential rotation. This is observable through the movement of clouds and atmospheric features at different latitudes.

Have Astronomers Observed Differential Rotation in the Atmosphere of Jupiter