Why is Jupiter a particularly important planet to study? A. Its very small mass allows Jupiter to freeze its original composition which provides us with valuable insight into our solar system’s history. B. Its gigantic mass allows Jupiter to hold onto its original composition which provides us with valuable insight into our solar system’s history. C. Its many moons function as microplanets, any of which might one day develop life. D. Jupiter is quite similar to Earth in composition, but it just has a different mixture of elements. Reset Next