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NASA's Juno Unveils Dramatic Changes on Europa's Surface

High-resolution images from Juno reveal shifting ice and potential cryovolcanic activity on Jupiter's moon Europa, offering new insights for upcoming missions.

  • Juno's recent flyby of Europa captured high-resolution images showing significant geological changes.
  • Evidence of true polar wander suggests Europa's ice shell has shifted over its subsurface ocean.
  • Newly observed features, including the 'Platypus,' indicate possible cryovolcanic activity.
  • The images reveal potential plume activity and surface disruptions, hinting at subsurface liquid water.
  • These findings will guide future missions like NASA's Europa Clipper and ESA's Juice.
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