Jupiter’s Lightning: Up to a Million Times More Powerful Than Earth’s
TL;DR
New NASA Juno data suggest Jupiter’s lightning could be up to a million times more powerful than Earth’s, inferred from radio-emission measurements. The study highlights how Jupiter’s hydrogen-rich atmosphere and towering, long-lasting storms—including months-long 'stealth' storms—may amplify lightning energy, offering new insights into the gas giant’s weather and atmospheric dynamics.
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