Astronomy Cast

Ep. 691: Jupiter's Changing Red Spot

Oct 2, 2023
Explore the evolution of Jupiter's Great Red Spot and its implications for storms on giant planets. Discuss observing Jupiter through telescopes and the questionable evidence of when the red spot was first noticed. Learn about the modern understanding of the red spot, its variability, and the presence of other storms. Delve into the difficulties of studying Jupiter's weather and speculate about storms on exoplanets. Express gratitude to supporters and provide sponsorship information.
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