Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Jupiter and Ring in Infrared from Webb

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 2, 2025 is “Jupiter and Ring in Infrared from Webb,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: NASA , ESA , CSA , STScI ; Processing & License: Judy Schmidt. The original explanation runs about 179 words.

The featured image shows Jupiter in infrared light as captured by the James Webb Space Telescope. Visible are clouds, the Great Red Spot -- appearing light in color -- and a prominent ring around the giant planet. Please see the explanation
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , CSA , STScI ; Processing & License: Judy Schmidt Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Why does Jupiter have rings? Jupiter’s main ring was discovered in 1979 by NASA’s passing Voyager 1 spacecraft, but its origin was then a mystery.”

— APOD editors, April 2, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 2, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit: NASA , ESA , CSA , STScI ; Processing & License: Judy Schmidt
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 179 words

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