Solar Bursts Squished Jupiter’s Magnetic Shield, Left Half of the Planet Scorching Hot In a first, scientists have discovered a massive wave of solar wind that hit Jupiter, squishing its magnetic field and causing the temperature of its upper atmosphere to soar to scorching levels. This unprecedented event sheds light on the complex interactions between […]
Jupiter-sized planets may form in just 1 million years, shocking scientists
Jupiter-sized Planets May Form in Just 1 Million Years, Shocking Scientists New research suggests that exoplanets with masses similar to Jupiter may have formed much earlier than previously believed, challenging existing theories on planetary formation. Scientists have long thought that gas giants like Jupiter take millions of years to develop, but a recent study published […]