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Jupiter’s chaotic birth created a safe zone for Earth to form

Jupiter’s early growth carved rings in the solar system, delayed meteorite formation, and kept planets like Earth in stable ...
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Jupiter to make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years

Jupiter will make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years on Monday, according to NASA. The largest planet in our solar system, the gas giant will be at opposition, meaning Earth is directly between ...
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Jupiter Is the Closest It's Been to Earth All Year - How to See It with a Small Telescope

Every night is a good night to look through a telescope (provided it’s not cloudy), but if you’re looking for an excuse, Jupiter is lining itself up for some candid closeups. At its farthest point, ...

Within a year, Voyager 1 spacecraft will be 1 light-day from Earth

It takes light a single day to travel 16 billion miles. The Voyager 1 probe will need a little longer, just 49 years.
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Jupiter will make its closest pass to Earth in 59 years

Jupiter will make its closest approach to Earth in 59 years on Monday, 26 September, providing a treat for sky watchers that evening. Moreover, Jupiter will be in opposition meaning it will rise in ...