If a star is found with five planets orbiting it,which of the planets would be expected to have the greatest uncompressed density if the system was formed by a process like that described in the solar nebula theory?
A) the one farthest from the star
B) the one with the greatest mass
C) the one with the greatest radius
D) the one closest to the star
E) the one that has liquid water on its surface

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According to the solar nebula theory, planets closer to the star tend to be rocky and have higher densities due to the high temperatures that prevent volatile compounds from condensing.

If a Star Is Found with Five Planets Orbiting It,which