What would happen to Jupiter if we could somehow double its mass?
A)Its density would decrease, and its diameter would double.
B)Its density would stay about the same, and its volume would double.
C)It would become a star, with nuclear fusion in its core.
D)Its density would increase, but its diameter would barely change.

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Jupiter's density is already very high and increasing its mass would compress its core further, leading to a small increase in density. However, the increase in mass would not be enough to cause nuclear fusion in its core and turn it into a star. Its diameter would also only slightly change as the increase in mass is not enough to significantly alter its gravitational pull.

What Would Happen to Jupiter If We Could Somehow Double