The results of the Hubble observations are detailed in astudypublished Wednesday inThe Planetary Science Journal.
This is really the first time weve had the proper imaging cadence of the GRS.
As far as we know, its not been identified before.
A closeup view of Jupiter’s raging storm.NASA, ESA, A. Simon (GSFC)
Right now its over-filling its latitude band relative to the wind field.
Once it shrinks inside that band the winds will really be holding it in place, Simon said.
Unlike hurricanes on Earth, the Great Red Spot rotates counterclockwise, which suggests that its a high-pressure system.
Eight Hubble images showing Jupiter’s Great Red Spot over a period of 90 days. Credit: NASA, ESA, A. Simon (GSFC)
Theres still more to learn about Jupiters erratic storm, and luckily Hubble will stay on the lookout.
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