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What are Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune collectively called?

Correct answer A. Jovian planets

Explanation

The outer planets are called Jovian (Jupiter-like) planets because they are large, low-density worlds made mostly of gases and ices, unlike the rocky terrestrial planets.

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