Jupiter
What Did Galileo Invent?
Galileo is considered one of the greatest astronomers of all time. His discovery of Jupiter's major moons (Io, Europa, Ganymede…
What are the Signs of the Planets?
In our long history of staring up at the stars, human beings have assigned various qualities, names, and symbols for…
What is the Biggest Planet in the Solar System?
Ever since the invention of the telescope four hundred years ago, astronomers have been fascinated by the gas giant of…
- Europa
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory
- Juno Mission
- Jupiter
- NASA
- Solar System
- Space Exploration
- Space Launch System (SLS)
NASA Gives ‘GO’ for Mission to Alien Ocean World at Jupiter Moon Europa
Artist's concept of NASA mission streaking over ocean world of Europa. Credit: NASA/JPL Story updated[/caption] At long last NASA is…
Weekly Space Hangout – June 12, 2015: Astronomy in Chile Educator Ambassadors Program
Host: Fraser Cain (@fcain) Special Guest: This week we welcome Astronomy in Chile Educator Ambassadors Program Participants: Michael Prokosch (Seeing…
UK Amateur Recreates the Great Red Spot’s Glory Days
Maybe it's too soon for a pity party, but the profound changes in the size and prominence of Jupiter's Great…
What are the Galilean Moons?
It's no accident that Jupiter shares its name with the king of the gods. In addition to being the largest…
What Is The Difference Between Asteroids and Meteorites?
Asteroids, meteors, and meteorites ... It might be fair to say these rocks from space inspire both wonder and fear…
NASA Selects Mission Science Instruments Searching for Habitability of Jupiter’s Ocean Moon Europa
In a major move forward on a long dreamed of mission to investigate the habitability of the subsurface ocean of…
Watch Jupiter Get Blasted by an Iridium Flare
Cue the "Space Invaders" sound effects! We've shared previously how astrophotographer Thierry Legault will travel anywhere to get a unique…