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The Predominant Large-Scale Atmospheric Circulation Pattern on Jupiter Is Characterized

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The predominant large-scale atmospheric circulation pattern on Jupiter is characterized by


A) strong winds blowing eastward at all latitudes so that the entire atmosphere rotates faster than the planet.
B) isolated cyclones (low-pressure areas) and anticyclones (high-pressure areas) , similar to those on Earth.
C) strong winds blowing parallel to the equator but in opposite directions at different latitudes.
D) strong winds blowing westward at all latitudes so that the entire atmosphere rotates more slowly than the planet.

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