Jupiter: Weather and Moons
The revamped team look at Jupiter's coloured bands and iconic 'eye', visible manifestations of a violent atmosphere that causes extraordinary weather.
New presenter Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock joins Dr Chris Lintott in a revamped line-up that launches the show in its new home on 成人快手 Four.
The main subject is Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system and particularly bright in the night sky during the British winter. What makes Jupiter's extraordinary weather? Its coloured bands and iconic 'eye' are visible manifestations of an extremely violent atmosphere. Chris and Maggie are joined by guest reporter, physicist Dr Helen Czerski, to explain why Jupiter looks so extraordinary.
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Jupiter's weather
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Starguide: February 2014
Duration: 01:32
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00:00Jean Sibelius
Pell茅as et M茅lisande (At the Castle Gate)
Orchestra: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Conductor: Thomas Beecham.- Sibelius Symphony No. 7.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Chris Lintott |
| Presenter | Maggie Aderin-Pocock |
| Series Producer | Rob Liddell |
| Executive Producer | Jonathan Renouf |
| Reporter | Helen Czerski |
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