Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Moon Shadow on Jupiter

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 27, 2022 is “Moon Shadow on Jupiter,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA / JPL-Caltech / SwRI / MSSS ; Processing & License: Thomas Thomopoulos. The original explanation runs about 149 words.

The featured image shows the planet Jupiter as seen by NASA's passing robotic spaceship Juno. A large dark spot seen on Jupiter is the shadow of Jupiter's moon Io. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit: NASA / JPL-Caltech / SwRI / MSSS ; Processing & License: Thomas Thomopoulos Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What is that large dark spot on Jupiter? It’s the shadow of Ganymede , Jupiter ‘s largest moon.”

— APOD editors, April 27, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 27, 2022
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA / JPL-Caltech / SwRI / MSSS ; Processing & License: Thomas Thomopoulos
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 149 words

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