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Chapter 12: Problem 30

How do Jupiter's rings differ from those of Saturn?

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Saturn's rings are brighter, more visible and elaborate due to larger chunks of ice and rock. Compared to this, Jupiter's rings are darker, not easily visible and less elaborate because they're mainly made up of tiny dust particles.

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Gather Information about Saturn's Rings

Saturn's rings are the most prominent and visible with numerous bright rings. These rings are made up of chunks of ice and rock.
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Gather Information about Jupiter's Rings

Jupiter's rings are not easily visible and are made up of tiny, dark particles of dust.
03

Compare the Rings of Jupiter and Saturn

While Saturn's rings are visible and are elaborate due to the chunks of ice and rock, Jupiter's rings are hard to see and are made up of dark dust particles and are therefore less elaborate.

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