Volatiles facts for kids
In planetary science, volatiles are the group of chemical elements and compounds with a low boiling point. They are often found in the crust or atmosphere of a planet or moon. Examples of volatiles are nitrogen, water, and ammonia.
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This cut-away illustrates a model of the interior of Jupiter, with a rocky core overlaid by a deep layer of metallic hydrogen.
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