Revised Insights: Jupiter's Size is Smaller Than Previously Estimated

Revised Insights: Jupiter's Size is Smaller Than Previously Estimated

Recent research utilizing data from NASA’s Juno spacecraft has resulted in the most precise measurements of Jupiter’s size in 50 years, revealing that the largest planet in our solar system is thinner and flatter than previously thought. Hubble’s observations of Jupiter highlight an ever-changing landscape resulting from its turbulent atmosphere. Image credits: NASA / ESA [...] The post Revised Insights: Jupiter’s Size is Smaller Than Previously…

Jupiter is Little Smaller Than We Thought

Using data from NASA’s Juno spacecraft, planetary scientists have produced the most precise measurements of Jupiter’s size in half a century and found the Solar System’s largest planet is slimmer and flatter than long believed. The post Jupiter is Little Smaller Than We Thought appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.