JUPITER OBSERVATORY

Internal Structure

Diffuse Core
Heavy elements mixed with hydrogen · 7–25 Earth masses · Extends 30–50% of radius · May have been disrupted by ancient giant impact
Metallic Hydrogen
Hydrogen compressed to liquid metal state · Generates magnetic field via eddy currents · Extends to ~80% of radius
Molecular Hydrogen
Supercritical fluid — gradual gas-to-liquid transition · No distinct surface boundary
Cloud Layer
Three-tiered: water → ammonium hydrosulfide → ammonia crystals · 50 km thick
Upper Atmosphere
Stratosphere and thermosphere · Auroral emissions at poles · Temperature inversion

Geology & Exploration

Mythology & Culture

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