As of August 2025, Jupiter has ______ moons that are officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 3 (95)
Explanation:
As of August 2025, Jupiter has a total of 95 moons officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). Jupiter surpassed Saturn in the number of moons after the discovery of 12 new moons in early 2023, although more moons of Saturn have been discovered since then.
Additional Facts
Galilean Moons: Jupiter's four largest moons (Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto) are called Galilean Moons because they were discovered by Galileo Galilei in 1610.
Ganymede: It is the largest moon not only of Jupiter, but of the entire Solar System. It is even larger than the planet Mercury.
Saturn: Saturn currently has the most moons in the Solar System (146 moons).
Possible Questions for Upcoming Exams
Which is the largest moon in the Solar System?
(Answer: Ganymede)
Which planet is called the 'Miniature Solar System'?
(Answer: Jupiter)
'Europa' is the natural satellite of which planet?
(Answer: Jupiter)