JOURNAL ARTICLE

Jupiter's biggest moons may have emerged from the shadows.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Mehra, Sahas 3 of 3

Abstract

A recent study published in The Planetary Science journal explores how Jupiter's largest moons may have formed billions of years ago from a disk of gas, dust, and ice surrounding the planet. Computer simulations suggest that shadows cast by the inner region of the disk created cold spots in the outer region, allowing materials to congeal into the moons. The study provides insight into the formation of Jupiter's moons and may be tested by upcoming space missions. Further research is needed to understand the deep composition of planets and trace the formation of Jupiter's moons. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2025/02, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:182981457
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