Great Red Spot on Jupiter, 1979
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Great Red Spot on Jupiter, 1979
Great Red Spot on Jupiter, 1979. Voyager 1s image of a close up of the turbulent region around the Great Red Spot on Jupiter, a storm that has been raging for hundreds of years. The white spot shows another cloud system that appears to have formed around 1940. Two Voyager spacecraft were launched in 1977 to explore the planets in the outer solar system. Voyager 1 flew past Jupiter at 278, 000 kilometres in March 1979 before flying on to Saturn
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1970s Abstract Exploration Nasa Orbit Oxford Science Archive Planet Seventies Space Spacecraft Storm Surreal Voyager 1 Great Red Spot
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This print captures the awe-inspiring Great Red Spot on Jupiter, taken by Voyager 1 in 1979. The image provides a close-up view of the turbulent region surrounding this colossal storm that has been raging for centuries. A white spot is also visible, representing another cloud system that seemingly formed around 1940. The Voyager spacecrafts were launched in 1977 with the purpose of exploring the outer planets of our solar system. In March 1979, Voyager 1 flew past Jupiter at a distance of approximately 278,000 kilometers before continuing its journey towards Saturn. This photograph not only showcases the immense power and beauty of nature but also highlights humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through space exploration. It serves as a reminder of our fascination with distant worlds and our desire to unravel the mysteries hidden within them. The vibrant colors and surreal atmosphere depicted in this image evoke a sense of wonder and curiosity about the vastness of our universe. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene, we are reminded that there is so much more to discover beyond our own planet Earth. With its abstract composition and scientific significance, this print from Heritage Images offers an intriguing glimpse into one of nature's most extraordinary phenomena – a storm that defies time itself on the majestic planet Jupiter.
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