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science1 year ago

NASA's Juno Spots Dolphin-Shaped Cloud on Jupiter

NASA's Juno spacecraft has captured an image of a dolphin-shaped cloud formation in Jupiter's atmosphere, highlighting the planet's dynamic weather systems. This phenomenon, a result of pareidolia, showcases the artistic and scientific intrigue of Juno's mission, which aims to uncover Jupiter's secrets. Launched in 2011, Juno has provided valuable insights into the gas giant's composition and weather dynamics, while its images continue to captivate the public with their beauty and complexity.

space2 years ago

"Jupiter's Mysterious Face: NASA's Hubble Reveals Stunning Ultraviolet Image"

NASA's Juno spacecraft captured an image of unique cloud formations in Jupiter's far northern region, known as Jet N7, which resembles an "eerie face." The image shows turbulent clouds and storms along Jupiter's terminator, highlighting the complex topography of the area. NASA explains that the perception of a face in the image is an example of pareidolia, where observers see patterns in random formations. The image was taken by citizen scientist Vladimir Tarasov using raw data from JunoCam when the spacecraft was approximately 4,800 miles above Jupiter's cloud tops.

astronomy2 years ago

Mysterious 'Face' Haunts Jupiter's Clouds

NASA's Juno probe captured an image of a cloud formation on Jupiter that resembles a face filled with angst and dread. The image was taken during Juno's 54th close flyby of the planet, revealing intricate cloud patterns in the region known as Jet N7. Scientists study these features to better understand Jupiter's storms and atmospheric dynamics. The phenomenon of pareidolia, where humans recognize familiar shapes and features, often leads to the identification of recognizable forms in the Jovian clouds. The image is available for download on the NASA website.