Jupiter - The Giant Planet
Jupiter is the largest planet in the Solar System and is famous for its Great Red Spot, a giant storm larger than Earth that has been raging for centuries.
Key Facts about Jupiter:
- Type: Gas Giant
- Distance from the Sun: 778.5 million kilometers
- Diameter: 139,820 kilometers
- Surface Temperature: -145°C (-234°F)
- Atmosphere: Hydrogen, helium, and trace gases
- Moons: 79 confirmed moons, including Ganymede, the largest moon in the Solar System
Jupiter's immense gravity affects the orbits of other objects in the Solar System, and its strong magnetic field traps charged particles from the Sun.