Much of the surface of Europa resembles
A) the maria of the Moon.
B) the lunar highlands.
C) the oceans of Earth.
D) Earth's polar regions.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Europa's surface is characterized by a smooth, bright appearance with a pattern of cracks and streaks, somewhat resembling Earth's polar regions, especially due to the presence of ice. Unlike the maria of the Moon or the lunar highlands, which are rocky and cratered, or the liquid oceans of Earth, Europa's surface is primarily composed of water ice, making it more similar to the icy landscapes found in Earth's polar areas.

Much of the Surface of Europa Resembles