JWST Uncovers Jupiter's High-Speed Jet Stream

Scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope have discovered a high-speed jet stream at Jupiter's equator, measuring winds of up to 515 kilometers per hour. The jet stream, located 40 kilometers above the clouds, was observed for the first time using Webb's infrared instruments, providing detailed images of Jupiter's atmosphere. The discovery will help scientists understand how the layers of Jupiter's turbulent atmosphere interact and shed light on the dynamics of giant planets.