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To: decimon
This finding also speaks to one of the many mysteries of these large planets, Stixrude said. More energy is emitted from Jupiter and Saturn than they absorb from the sun, and scientists don't understand where it comes from.

I've read theories that Jupiter is a failed binary star. It's almost large enough to sustain fusion, but it missed it by that much.

14 posted on 08/06/2008 4:15:48 PM PDT by 6SJ7
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I've read theories that Jupiter is a failed binary star.

The Paris Hilton of planets?

19 posted on 08/06/2008 4:20:04 PM PDT by decimon
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You should see it when Jupiter demands. . . The Cone of Silence. . . it’s REALLY something to see (evil grin)


24 posted on 08/06/2008 4:40:50 PM PDT by Salgak (Acme Lasers presents: The Energizer Border: I dare you to try and cross it. . .)
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