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Jupiter. True colour optical image of Jupiter, taken
Jupiter. True colour optical image of Jupiter, taken from a mosaic of shots by the Cassini spacecraft on 29 December 2000. Passing at a distance of 10 million kilometres, Cassini provided the most detailed images of the planet yet produced. Jupiter is a gas giant and, with a diameter 11 times that of Earth, the largest planet in the Solar System. Powerful jet streams create bands of coloured clouds in the planets atmosphere, dotted with spots marking atmospheric disturbances; which can persist for many years. The largest such spot is the Great Red Spot (below centre). The clouds are made of ammonia, hydrogen sulphide and water
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring beauty of Jupiter, our largest planet in the Solar System. Taken by the Cassini spacecraft on 29 December 2000, this true-color optical image offers an unprecedented level of detail and clarity. From a distance of 10 million kilometers, Cassini captured mesmerizing bands of colored clouds swirling across Jupiter's atmosphere. These powerful jet streams give rise to stunning streaks and bands that create a mesmerizing visual spectacle. The clouds themselves are composed of ammonia, hydrogen sulphide, and water, forming intricate patterns that persist for years. Among these atmospheric disturbances lies the Great Red Spot, prominently displayed below center stage—a colossal storm system larger than Earth itself. Jupiter's immense size is truly humbling; with a diameter eleven times greater than our home planet, it epitomizes the grandeur of our cosmic neighborhood. This gas giant holds many secrets waiting to be unraveled by scientists and astronomers alike. As we gaze upon this composite image from Science Photo Library, we can't help but marvel at the sheer magnificence of Jupiter—its vibrant colors and turbulent atmosphere remind us just how vast and diverse our universe truly is. Let this extraordinary photograph transport you into the realms of cosmology as you explore one of nature's most breathtaking wonders.
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