Which of the following is a consequence of the discovery of hot Jupiters for understanding our own Solar System?
A)It shows that our Solar System is very unusual.
B)It shows that our Solar System is very typical.
C)It shows that we do not fully understand the formation of our Solar System.
D)It shows that life in the Universe is rare.
E)It shows that Jupiter is unusually cold.

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The discovery of hot Jupiters, gas giants orbiting extremely close to their stars, challenges the current understanding of planetary formation and suggests that our understanding may be incomplete. This implies that we do not fully understand the formation of our own Solar System, making option C the best choice. Options A, B, D, and E are not supported by the discovery of hot Jupiters.

Which of the Following Is a Consequence of the Discovery