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Jupiter is the biggest planet in the solar system. Now, know if we have identified the biggest planet in the universe. (NASA/JPL-Caltech/SwRI/MSSS) Space 

Unbelievable! Scientists Unveil the Largest Planet in the Universe – You Won’t Believe It!

Nitin Misra,

In our solar system, Jupiter is widely recognized as the largest planet based on its size and mass. However, there are numerous other planets that surpass Jupiter in size. Regrettably, at present, we cannot definitively determine which planet holds the title of being the largest. In fact, there are multiple contenders for this distinction. The lack of certainty arises from the ambiguity surrounding their sizes and the criteria used to define a planet. Take a look at the insights shared by Thayne Currie, an associate professor of physics and astronomy…

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NASA's Juno mission spots an eerie 'Face' on Jupiter, just in time for Halloween. (NASA/JPL-Caltech/SwRI/MSSS) Space 

NASA’s Juno Mission Uncovers Spooky ‘Face’ on Jupiter for Halloween

Sanjay Patil,

NASA’s Juno spacecraft, during its 54th close flyby of Jupiter, has made a bone-chilling discovery that is bound to give you goosebumps! In the expansive northern region of Jupiter called Jet N7, Juno has captured a captivating image. This unsettling snapshot unveils a landscape of turbulent clouds and storms along Jupiter’s terminator, the line that separates day and night on the planet. Illuminated by the gentle glow of “moonlight,” this enigmatic picture offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate workings of Jupiter’s atmosphere. In short, just in time for Halloween,…

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The James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled a high-speed jet stream over Jupiter's equator, spanning 3,000 miles. (representative image) (unsplash) Space 

Jupiter’s Atmosphere Discovered to Have a Jet Stream by James Webb Space Telescope

Febin Mathew,

NASA’s state-of-the-art space observatory, the James Webb Space Telescope, has made an extraordinary finding within Jupiter’s atmosphere by revealing a previously unknown rapid jet stream. This jet stream spans more than 3,000 miles and is located above Jupiter’s equator, separate from the main cloud covers. Jet stream in Jupiter’s atmosphere The discovery has provided valuable insights into the interactions between the different layers of Jupiter’s turbulent atmosphere and sheds light on how they work together. The lead author of the study, Ricardo Hueso of the University of the Basque Country,…

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This breathtaking image of Jupiter and Io was taken on July 30, 2023, just hours before NASA's Juno mission completed its 53rd close flyby of Jupiter (NASA/JPL-Caltech/SwRI/MSSS) Space 

Stunning Image of Jupiter and its Moon Io Captured by NASA’s Juno Probe

Adarsh V.K, ,

Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, continues to astound with its vastness and numerous moons. Its immense size never fails to captivate, as everything within it is on a monumental scale. Recently, NASA’s Juno mission delighted space enthusiasts with a breathtaking image of Jupiter and its volcanic moon, Io, showcasing the celestial beauty of this awe-inspiring duo. This breathtaking image was captured on July 30, 2023, just hours before NASA’s Juno mission completed its 53rd flyby of Jupiter on July 31, 2023. According to NASA, the Juno spacecraft…

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is Jupiter the cause of asteroid strike on Earth 65 mn years ago? Here is what this expert has to say. (Pixabay) Space 

Brian Cox Claims Asteroid Impact That Wiped Out Dinosaurs 65 Million Years Ago Was Deflected by Jupiter

Febin Mathew,

There have been numerous accounts of the asteroid impact that led to the extinction of dinosaurs 65 million years ago, but various theories continue to emerge, shedding new light on the event. Professor Brian Cox, a physicist, has put forth a hypothesis suggesting that Jupiter played a role in redirecting the asteroid towards Earth. Cause of asteroid hitting Earth According to Professor Cox in the video shared by @tech_topia, Jupiter has a huge mass. It has two and a half times the mass of all the other planets and moons…

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Jupiter's cosmic dance: Unveiling the truth behind Its orbit around the Sun. (Pexels) News 

Jupiter’s Orbit Around the Sun: Unbelievable Discovery Revealed

Febin Mathew,

When we imagine the solar system, we usually picture the sun as the central figure, with planets circling around it. This representation is a simplified version of reality and doesn’t fully capture the actual dynamics. However, Jupiter, our massive neighboring planet, challenges this conventional pattern. Contrary to common belief, Jupiter’s orbit doesn’t revolve around the core of the sun. Instead, it revolves around a fascinating point called the barycenter, which is located in the empty space between Jupiter and the Sun. Jupiter’s unique dance around the Barycenter The reason behind…

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A star which is way too small and is the coldest ever has been found sending radio signals across space. (NASA) Space 

Astronomers Discover Coldest Star with Radio Emissions

Adriana Marais,

According to Astrophysical Journal Letters, a brown dwarf star named WISE J0623, situated approximately 37 light-years away from Earth in the Monoceros constellation, has been found to emit radio waves. A brown dwarf is too small to be an ordinary star and too large to be a planet. However, according to the discussion, the star is similar in size to the planet Jupiter, which has a stronger magnetic field than our Sun. From the coolest radio star According to the researchers, the temperature of WISE J0623 is 700 Kelvin (or…

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Juno sends Jaw dropping pictures of Jupiter[ Representational Image] ( NASA/JPL/SwRI) Space 

Stunning Images of Jupiter Captured by NASA’s Juno Spacecraft

Febin Mathew,

Jupiter, often described as a failed star due to its immense size, has once again amazed with its stunning colors. Recently, on June 23rd, NASA’s Juno spacecraft captured mesmerizing images of the gargantuan planet, as reported by Forbes. Everything about Jupiter is colossal, including its famous storm known as the Red Spot, which could engulf three Earths. With a diameter of 69,911 km, Jupiter is a staggering 11 times wider than our own planet. NASA’s Juno spacecraft is also special and holds the record for the furthest solar-powered spacecraft from…

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