The Great Red Spot is a hurricane-like storm (twice the size of Earth) that has existed on the surface of Jupiter for over 300 years. How is it possible for this storm to have lasted so long?
A) Jupiter's thick and turbulent atmosphere keeps the storm active.
B) Jupiter is all land mass and can support the existence of a hurricane.
C) Jupiter has large oceans that support the creation and existence of hurricanes.
D) Jupiter has patches of hot and cold plumes allowing the hurricane to last a long time.

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Jupiter's thick and turbulent atmosphere provides the energy and conditions necessary to sustain the Great Red Spot for centuries.

The Great Red Spot Is a Hurricane-Like Storm (Twice the Size