Multiple Choice
Perhaps the MOST convincing piece of evidence suggesting that Europa has a subsurface ocean is the
A) fact that the magnetic field of Jupiter is able to induce a magnetic field in Europa consistent with a salty ocean beneath its crust
B) fact that calculations suggest that there is enough internal heat to keep the ice melted beneath the crust
C) lack of impact craters on its surface
D) observation of iceberg-like features on its surface
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