C-type asteroids differ from S-type asteroids in that C-type asteroids:
A) never underwent differentiation.
B) never have Earth-crossing orbits.
C) are more reflective.
D) are more numerous.

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C-type asteroids are dark and carbonaceous, indicating that they contain organic compounds and have not undergone significant heating or differentiation. This contrasts with S-type asteroids, which are silicaceous and rocky, indicating that they have undergone differentiation and are composed of materials that have been processed at high temperatures. Additionally, the other three answer choices are not necessarily true of all C-type asteroids, making answer choice A the best option.

C-Type Asteroids Differ from S-Type Asteroids in That C-Type Asteroids