space medium MCQ

Which planet has the shortest day (rotation period) in the solar system?

  1. Earth
  2. Mars
  3. Jupiter
  4. Saturn

Answer: Jupiter

Jupiter has the shortest day of all the planets, rotating on its axis once every 9 hours and 55 minutes. Its rapid rotation causes it to bulge at the equator.

Topic Solar System - Planets
Exam Relevance SSC CGL, Railway NTPC