**James Webb Space Telescope: Shocking Discovery About Jupiter**
The beauty and vastness of the universe have fascinated humans for thousands of years. We have always wondered, what mysteries await in the far corners of space? Or even in the “backyard” of the Solar System? Modern technological advances have allowed humans to see deeper into the universe, but there are still many things that have not been solved.
Today, we will explore a strange discovery that the James Webb Space Telescope has just made about **Jupiter**, the largest planet in the Solar System.
### A new era of astronomy
December 25, 2021 marked an important milestone in the field of astronomy when the James Webb Space Telescope was launched into space. At a cost of $10 billion and equipped with cutting-edge technology, Webb is specifically designed to study infrared light, allowing us to observe galaxies and structures that formed shortly after the Big Bang.
Webb is not only aiming at distant galaxies, but also at planets in our solar system, including Jupiter. The new findings from Webb give us a whole new perspective on this giant planet.
### The secrets of Jupiter’s atmosphere
Jupiter, with a massive diameter of about 89,000 miles (about 143,000 km), is known as the “King of the Planets”. Its atmosphere is divided into two main regions: cool, dense bright zones and dark belts composed mainly of sulfur, phosphorus and possibly hydrocarbons.
One of Jupiter’s most striking phenomena is the **Great Red Spot** – a giant storm that has existed since at least 1831, with winds that can reach speeds of up to 423 mph (about 680 km/h). However, the origin of its distinctive red color remains a mystery, possibly related to phosphorus, sulfur or organic materials.
### Spectacular images from James Webb
James Webb’s ultra-sensitive NIRCam camera can capture infrared images with unprecedented detail. These images are converted to the visible spectrum for humans to enjoy.
The latest images from Webb show:
– **Auroras** glowing red at Jupiter’s north and south poles.
– Thin layers of yellow-blue clouds at the poles, and pale blue bands at lower altitudes. – The Great Red Spot, although no longer “red” as its name suggests, is still clearly visible, a structure glowing brightly thanks to strong infrared radiation.
These images have not only amazed scientists but also opened up new research opportunities on familiar but mysterious features of Jupiter.
### The solution to the great mystery of the universe?
Despite decades of research, the origin and mechanism that maintains the Great Red Spot are still not well understood. Current hypotheses include:
1. **Moist convection phenomenon**, creating small tornadoes that sustain the large storm.
2. **The influence of pressure and temperature**, causing Jupiter’s atmosphere to be asymmetrical.
However, images from Webb may be the key to helping us decode the oldest storm in the Solar System.
### Let’s explore more!
The new discoveries from James Webb not only expand our understanding of Jupiter, but also mark a major step forward in the journey to conquer space. What do you think of these spectacular images?
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