National Aeronautics and Space Administrion

Since its inception in 1958, NASA has accomplished many great scientific and technological feats in air and space. NASA technology also has been adapted for many nonaerospace uses by the private sector. NASA remains a leading force in scientific research and in stimulating public interest in aerospace exploration, as well as science and technology in general. Perhaps more importantly, our exploration of space has taught us to view Earth, ourselves, and the universe in a new way. While the tremendous technical and scientific accomplishments of NASA demonstrate vividly that humans can achieve previously inconceivable feats, we also are humbled by the realization that Earth is just a tiny "blue marble" in the cosmos. Check out our "Thinking About NASA History" folder online as an introduction to how history can help you.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Jupiter

Jupiter lies 485 million miles from the sun. It is one of the brightest planets. The light from Jupiter 40 minutes to reach us.The rotation is under 10 hours.This king of planets has an equator of 88,680 miles and is the first gas giant within our Splits System. Pole to pole it is 83,260 miles, which makes it look like a pumpkin.

Jupiters colored bands are because of the winds that are on it.

Posted by at

No comments:

Post a Comment

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)