Jupiter is the largest planet. This means it has a large amount of gravity. This gravity is compressing the planet into a smaller and smaller volume, releasing heat that ________.
A)powers immense storms
B)triggers volcanic eruptions
C)imparts retrograde motion
D)produces a mighty ring system

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Jupiter's immense gravity powers storms, including the well-known Great Red Spot, which is a massive storm larger than the Earth. The compression caused by gravity also creates heat, which fuels these storms. There is no evidence to suggest that Jupiter's gravity triggers volcanic eruptions, imparts retrograde motion, or produces a ring system.

Jupiter Is the Largest Planet