Spokes in Saturn's rings are peculiar because
A) they should freeze out very quickly.
B) differential rotation should erase them quickly.
C) the solar wind should blow small particles away.
D) the magnetic field should prevent such features from forming.
E) they are found only in the inner most ring.

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Differential rotation in Saturn's rings should cause the spokes to dissipate quickly, yet they persist, making them peculiar.

Spokes in Saturn's Rings Are Peculiar Because