Based on current observations, ____ has a heavy element core, and a very compressed liquid layer and atmosphere both made mostly of hydrogen.

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The description matches that of Jupiter, which is known to have a core made of heavy elements and a hydrogen-dominated atmosphere. Pluto and Venus do not fit the description, and asteroids and meteors do not have enough mass to form such a structure. Jupiter is known to have a heavy element core, and its atmosphere and compressed liquid layer are primarily made up of hydrogen.

Based on Current Observations, ____ Has a Heavy Element Core