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A recent study found that Jupiter was once twice the size that it is now, making it big enough to swallow up 2,000 Earths.

It has to do with shifts in Jupiter's magnetic field. When you picture Jupiter, you probably see a planet with orange and reddish bands and the famous Great Red Spot staring at you like a giant eye.

Jupiter's alternating pattern of high-speed ... What causes the Great Red Spot's red color, and why might it be changing? We don't know exactly what gives the GRS its color, which can change ...

"This clearly reveals some of the most intriguing aspects of Jupiter's atmosphere," NASA said, "including color variation that results from differing chemical composition, the three-dimensional ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Jupiter’s immense size–about 1,000 Earths could fit inside of it ...