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Jupiter Rotates as Moons Orbit

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 25, 2022 is “Jupiter Rotates as Moons Orbit,” a video. The video is copyrighted by its creator (Video Credit & Copyright: Makrem Larnaout). The original explanation runs about 159 words.

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From the explanation

“Jupiter and its moons move like our Sun and its planets. Similarly, Jupiter spins while its moons circle around.”

— APOD editors, October 25, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
October 25, 2022
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Video Credit & Copyright: Makrem Larnaout
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 159 words

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