The lighter-colored bands that encircle the high atmosphere of Jupiter,which are visible through telescopes from Earth,are known as
A) belts.
B) white spots.
C) rings.
D) zones.

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The lighter-colored bands visible in the high atmosphere of Jupiter are known as "zones." These zones are cooler and are composed of rising gas. They contrast with the darker-colored "belts," which are warmer regions where gas is descending.

The Lighter-Colored Bands That Encircle the High Atmosphere of Jupiter,which