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Most known extrasolar planets are more massive than Jupiter because?
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Current detection methods are more sensitive to larger planets
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∙ 12y agoBecause the larger plantets are easier to see, the smaller ones may be there, but not large enough for our modern equipment to accurately detect
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∙ 12y agoare more massive than Earth and orbit very close to the star
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What planet resembles extrasolar planets most?
About 100 extrasolar planets are thought to have been discovered. All are giants and probably most resemble Jupiter
Which planets are the giant gas planets?
There are four planets in our Solar System that are gas giants: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. There are many others but are extrasolar, as in outside our Solar System.
Which planet do most known extrasolar planets most resemble?
Jupiter NeptuneThe planet that most extrasolar planets resembles Jupiter.Jupiter(apex)Most of the confirmed Exoplanets are larger gaseous planets with large masses. These are easier to detect and confirm due to their size. They most resemble Jupiter, although many are thought to be much larger than our largest planet.
Is the mass and gravity of Earth used as a standard of comparison with other planets?
Yes, usually the gravity of earth is compared to the rest of the solar system but in the case of extrasolar planets which are bigger than Jupiter Jupiter is used as the comparison.
Why are many of the newly detected extrasolar planets called hot Jupiters?
Their masses are similar to Jupiter but they are very close to the central star and therefore hot.
Why are extrasolar planets more massive than earth?
Most of the known extrasolar planets are more massive than Earth because massive planets are easier to detect. We have detected planets smaller than Earth.
What two planets do extrasolar planets most resemble?
So far. Jupiter and Saturn
What planet resembles extrasolar planets most?
About 100 extrasolar planets are thought to have been discovered. All are giants and probably most resemble Jupiter
What planets have ringed systems?
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune are known to have rings. Extrasolar planets may as well.
Which planets are the giant gas planets?
There are four planets in our Solar System that are gas giants: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. There are many others but are extrasolar, as in outside our Solar System.
Which of the planets in the solar system has the greatest effect on the earth and why?
Jupiter because it is so massive.
Which of the eight planets is the most massive?
Jupiter.
Which planet do most known extrasolar planets most resemble?
Jupiter NeptuneThe planet that most extrasolar planets resembles Jupiter.Jupiter(apex)Most of the confirmed Exoplanets are larger gaseous planets with large masses. These are easier to detect and confirm due to their size. They most resemble Jupiter, although many are thought to be much larger than our largest planet.
Why do you think so many extrasolar planets found so far are more massive than earth?
Maybe it's because they have to be extra large to be discovered.
Where are ExtraSolar planets found?
Extrasolar planets are planets found orbiting stars other then our own.
Which planets have bands or stripes?
One of the planets with a band is Jupiter. Not only is Jupiter massive, but has multiple and striking stripes throughout.
Which planet do most known extrasolar do most planets resemble?
Jupiter NeptuneThe planet that most extrasolar planets resembles Jupiter.Jupiter(apex)Most of the confirmed Exoplanets are larger gaseous planets with large masses. These are easier to detect and confirm due to their size. They most resemble Jupiter, although many are thought to be much larger than our largest planet.
