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  • Jupiter's Great Red Spot: What is This Iconic Storm?
    Jupiter's Great Red Spot is believed to be a giant, persistent anticyclonic storm.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Anticyclonic: This means the storm rotates in the opposite direction of Earth's cyclones (clockwise in the southern hemisphere, counterclockwise in the northern hemisphere).

    * Persistent: The Great Red Spot has been observed for centuries, and shows no signs of dissipating.

    * Giant: The storm is massive, spanning an area larger than the Earth.

    It's important to note that the Great Red Spot is not a solid object, but rather a swirling mass of gas. The exact mechanism behind its longevity and intense color is still being investigated by scientists.

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