The planet Jupiter, 1979
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The planet Jupiter, 1979
The planet Jupiter, 1979. Taken from Voyager 1 at 20 million kilometres this pictures shows the Great Red Spot, a storm that has been raging for hundreds of years, and two of Jupiters moons - Io over the Red Spot and Europa. 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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This print captures the majestic beauty of Jupiter, our solar system's largest planet, in all its glory. Taken by Voyager 1 in 1979 from a staggering distance of 20 million kilometers, this image showcases the awe-inspiring Great Red Spot - a tempestuous storm that has raged for centuries. As if painted with vibrant strokes of crimson and white, this natural phenomenon dominates the frame while two of Jupiter's moons, Io and Europa, grace the scene. The Voyager spacecrafts were launched in 1977 with a mission to explore the outer reaches of our solar system. In March 1979, Voyager 1 flew past Jupiter at an astonishingly close distance of 278,000 kilometers before continuing its journey towards Saturn. This historic encounter provided scientists with invaluable insights into the mysteries surrounding these distant celestial bodies. As we gaze upon this extraordinary photograph today, it serves as a testament to human curiosity and ingenuity in unraveling the secrets of our universe. The vivid colors remind us that even within the vastness of space lies unparalleled beauty waiting to be discovered. With each passing year since its capture during the late twentieth century - an era marked by scientific progress and exploration - this image continues to inspire wonder and ignite our passion for understanding what lies beyond Earth's boundaries. (Disclaimer: This caption is based on limited information about "The planet Jupiter" print from Heritage Images)
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