Jupiter
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About Jupiter
Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system, with a diameter of about 90,000 miles (143,000 kilometers) and a mass more than 300 times that of Earth. It is a gas giant, composed mostly of hydrogen and helium, with swirling cloud bands and a Great Red Spot that is a storm that has been raging for at least 300 years.
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Jupiter is known for its powerful storms, including the Great Red Spot, which has been observed for over 300 years. It also has a faint ring system and a strong magnetic field. Jupiter is home to over 100 known moons, including the four largest moons, known as the Galilean moons: Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto.
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Did you know that Jupiter has a faint ring system? It is composed of three main rings: the halo ring, the main ring, and the gossamer ring. The rings are made up of tiny particles of dust and ice.