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DISCOVERY
DISCOVERY
On Janury 7th, 1610, Galileo became the first to make detailed observations of Jupiter and discovered 4 of Jupiter's 79 moons. Galileo originally thought that the moons were stars, but then he realized they orbit the planet in a regular pattern. Galileo never meant to discover these moons along with Jupiter itself, it was merely an accident. (NASA)
Is It Habitable?
Is It Habitable?
Jupiter itself is not habitable due to it's gaseous atmosphere, but scientists believe some of its moons, specifically Europa have underground oceans that might be able to support life! Jupiter as a planet could not support humans as it;s believed its surface is not solid. It's also very far from the sun. We also could never really land on Jupiter as landing on Jupiter would be the same as landing on a cloud. (NASA)
Past Missions
NASA has an extensive history of Jupiter observation. Our current mission is Juno, but past missions conclude of Cassini, Ulysses, Galileo Orbiter, Voyager 1 and 2, Pioneer 11, and Pioneer 12. (NASA_
Images taken on the Voyager 1 mission (Source: NASA)
Future Explorations:
Future Explorations:
There are many expeditions in the works that will help us to further understand Jupiter. NASA hopes to send an orbiter to observer Jupiter and its moons by 2023-2025. Future missions include Europa Clipper and JUpiter ICy Moons Explorer (JUICE). (NASA)
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