Jupiter news, features and articles

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Jupiter is so large that it's known as the king of planets. At Live Science, we bask in its gassy glory by publishing facts and findings about the giant, including coverage of how Jupiter's unearthly beauty was revealed in a gorgeous true-color image, how scientists found remains of cannibalized baby planets in Jupiter's cloud-covered belly and how the mystery of Jupiter's powerful X-ray auroras was finally solved. So, if you want to learn more about our solar system's largest planet, check out the latest Jupiter news, features and articles by our expert writers and editors.

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