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
To: 6SJ7
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
To: 6SJ7
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
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