Astronomers Discover Dynamic Earth-Sized Spots at Jupiter’s Poles
Astronomers have discovered massive, Earth-sized dark spots at Jupiter’s poles that appear and disappear unpredictably. Visible only in ultraviolet light, these dynamic ovals challenge previous understandings of Jupiter’s atmospheric stability and magnetic field interactions. This groundbreaking research, published in Nature Astronomy, highlights the complexity of Jupiter’s atmosphere and its unique atmospheric dynamics, offering potential insights into exoplanetary atmospheres.
NASA’s Juno Spacecraft Discovers Jupiter’s Mysterious Fifth Moon, Amalthea
NASA’s Juno Spacecraft recently made an intriguing discovery during its 59th close flyby of Jupiter – the mysterious fifth moon known as Amalthea. Juno captured remarkable images of Amalthea as it transited Jupiter’s Great Red Spot, providing researchers with a rare glimpse of this small but fascinating natural satellite. Despite being overshadowed by Jupiter’s more prominent moons, Amalthea’s recent sighting has reignited interest in its enigmatic properties.