Suppose that observers using the Hubble Space Telescope detect,around several solar-type stars,the presence of planets with the following characteristics: low density;large size;polar diameters shorter than equatorial diameters;fluid surfaces;and rapid rotation.How would these planets be classified in terms of our solar system?
A) Asteroids
B) Terrestrial planets
C) Comet nuclei
D) Jovian planets

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The characteristics listed are all indicative of Jovian planets, also known as gas giants. The low density, large size, and fluid surfaces suggest that these planets are composed primarily of gas and do not have solid surfaces like terrestrial planets. The polar diameters shorter than equatorial diameters and rapid rotation are consistent with the oblate spheroid shape seen in Jovian planets. Therefore, the best choice is D, Jovian planets.

Suppose That Observers Using the Hubble Space Telescope Detect,around Several