Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Moons Across Jupiter

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 13, 2023 is “Moons Across Jupiter,” a video. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA ; ESA , JPL , Cassini Imaging Team , SSI ; Processing: Kevin M. Gill. The original explanation runs about 140 words.

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From the explanation

“Jupiter’s moons circle Jupiter. The featured video depicts Europa and Io, two of Jupiter’s largest moons , crossing in front of the grand planet’s Great Red Spot , the largest known storm system in our Solar System .”

— APOD editors, June 13, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 13, 2023
Type
Video
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA ; ESA , JPL , Cassini Imaging Team , SSI ; Processing: Kevin M. Gill
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 140 words

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