The terrestrial planets and the Jovian planets are distinguished from each other in terms of
A) density only.
B) size only.
C) temperature only.
D) all of these.

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The terrestrial planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars) and the Jovian planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune) are distinguished from each other in terms of density, size, and temperature. Terrestrial planets are smaller, denser, and have warmer solid surfaces, while Jovian planets are larger, less dense, and have cooler gaseous surfaces.

The Terrestrial Planets and the Jovian Planets Are Distinguished from Each