Which of the following statements does NOT apply to the formation of gas giants like Jupiter, compared to terrestrial planets?
A) Caused icy planetesimals to slingshot away from the Sun, to become Oort cloud comets
B) Formed in a region with lower orbital speeds
C) Accreted from icy planetesimals
D) Surface dramatically altered during bombardment
E) Formed in regions cold enough for water to freeze

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Gas giants like Jupiter did not have their surfaces dramatically altered during bombardment in the same way terrestrial planets did, as they are primarily composed of gas and lack a solid surface.

Which of the Following Statements Does NOT Apply to the Formation