NASA Images Reveal Earth-Like Processes Powering Jupiter's Cyclones

New research finds that Jupiter's storms are sustained by mechanisms similar to those on Earth, offering insights into planetary atmospheric dynamics.

Infrared images from Juno spacecraft show that Jupiter's cyclones are maintained by convection and fronts, akin to Earth's weather systems.
The study highlights the role of filaments, which act like fronts on Earth, in sustaining Jupiter's massive storms.
Jupiter's fronts transport heat from the planet's hot interior to its upper atmosphere, fueling the cyclones.
These findings suggest that similar atmospheric processes may occur on other planets and celestial bodies.
High-resolution imagery from Juno provides clearer visualization of these dynamics, aiding future atmospheric research.