Friday 23 May 2008

Hubble discovers third Red Spot on Jupiter


Source: Hubble Press Release

Jupiter spots started increasing two years ago, with the appearance of Red Spot Jr., but this seems probable to continue as new red spot has appeared close to the former. This third spot used to be a white storm, and its change to a red color might mean the storm is becoming more powerful. Astronomers believe these new images captured by both the Hubble and the Keck telescope may show that Jupiter is undergoing a major climate change, as was predicted four years ago. (read more)

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