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NASA has a message for space lovers this month: Raise your eyes. The largest planet in the solar system, Jupiter, will be clearly visible on June 10 – and to see its largest moons, you just need a pair of binoculars.
NASA said the gas giant is at its "biggest and brighter this month" and will be visible all night long. The planet will reach the opposition, the annual event when Jupiter, the Earth and the Sun are arranged in a straight line, with the Earth in the center. So, mark your calendar for Monday, because it will be the best time of the year to see it.
What's new for June? ? Jupiter is up all night, while Mercury and Mars decide to get closer, and the Moon reveals its inclined orbit. Downloadable video and transcription available at https://t.co/tPYUwcimlm pic.twitter.com/lPw2pIEyZ0
– NASA solar system (@NASASolarSystem) June 3, 2019
While the world famous for its bright stripes and swirls will be visible to the naked eye, binoculars or a small telescope only enhance its clarity. The devices will also allow people to spot the four largest moons of Jupiter and possibly have a "glimpse" of some of the clouds in bands that surround the planet. Scientists believe that the planet has a combined total of 79 moons – 53 named and 26 pending official names.
However, for those who want to take a closer look at the planet, NASA's Juno spacecraft is currently orbiting Jupiter and capturing breathtaking images.
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