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Crash Course Astronomy
Jupiter: Crash Course Astronomy #16
Season 1
Episode 16
Jupiter is the biggest planet in our solar system. The gas giant is NOT a failed star, but a really successful planet! It has a dynamic atmosphere with belts and zones, as well as an enormous red spot thatÕs actually a persistent hurricane.
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