Produced by: Tarun Mishra
NASA is providing space enthusiasts with an enthralling voyage through the cosmos, offering captivating glimpses of planets, galaxies, and distant cosmic phenomena using its advanced telescopes and space vehicles. Through a series of mesmerizing images, NASA is unlocking the mysteries of outer space and unveiling the beauty and complexity of celestial bodies and cosmic events.
Recently, NASA took to Instagram to share striking images of Jupiter's turbulent weather captured by the Juno Mission spacecraft.
The images depict swirling storms and colourful clouds within Jupiter's dynamic atmosphere, offering a glimpse into the planet's iconic banded jet streams.
With no solid surface, Jupiter's storms can persist for years, decades, or even centuries, boasting winds that exceed 400 mph (643 kph).
Juno captured the stormy scene from a vantage point 8,000 miles (13,000 km) above Jupiter's clouds, revealing the intricate patterns of ammonia and water within the planet's predominantly hydrogen and helium atmosphere.
NASA's Instagram post garnered significant attention, accumulating over 280,000 likes and sparking a multitude of comments from intrigued users.
Some users likened the images to the works of renowned artists like Van Gogh, highlighting the aesthetic appeal of Jupiter's stormy weather.
Earlier, NASA shared another breathtaking image of Jupiter's Great Red Spot, a colossal storm twice the size of Earth that has endured for over 350 years, captured by the Juno spacecraft from a distance of approximately 13,917 km.