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Jupiter

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Use 'Jupiter' to refer to the massive planet, which is larger than all other planets combined. SlideScientists continually study Jupiter to understand the origins of the solar system.
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Jupiter is a gas giant, so don't confuse it with Earth-like rocky planets when discussing its features. SlideUnlike Earth, Jupiter is composed mostly of hydrogen and helium.
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'Jupiter' is also used to denote the planet's astronomical symbol, ♃, in scientific contexts. SlideThe report included the symbol for Jupiter, ♃, next to its findings.