What is true of Jupiter's magnetosphere?
A)Although its surface field is greater, since the planet is larger the total field is actually weakerthan Earth's.
B)It does not trap protons and electrons, as Earth's Van Allen belts do.
C)It has a tail that extends at least to Saturn's orbit.
D)It is most extensive on the sunward side of the planet.
E)It is only slightly stronger than Saturn's.

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Jupiter's magnetosphere has a tail that extends at least to Saturn's orbit, making it the largest object in the solar system. Jupiter's magnetosphere has a long tail that extends beyond the orbit of Saturn.

What Is True of Jupiter's Magnetosphere