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Hubble image of Uranus
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Hubble image of Uranus
Uranus. Coloured Hubble space telescope (HST) infrared image of Uranus, showing clouds in its hydrogen and helium atmosphere. Clear atmosphere is blue, atmospheric haze is grey and high- altitude haze is pink. Uranus south pole (grey) is at centre left. Five high-altitude clouds (orange spots) near the right edge are almost as large as continents on Earth. Uranus rings are seen orbiting the planet. Uranus is the seventh planet from the Sun and has a radius four times that of Earth. Image taken by Hubbles Near Infrared Camera and Multi-Object Spectrometer (NICMOS)
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This stunning print captures the mesmerizing beauty of Uranus, one of the most enigmatic planets in our solar system. Taken by Hubble's Near Infrared Camera and Multi-Object Spectrometer (NICMOS), this image showcases the intricate details of Uranus' hydrogen and helium atmosphere. The vibrant colors displayed in this Hubble image reveal a world filled with awe-inspiring wonders. The clear atmosphere appears as a serene shade of blue, while an atmospheric haze adds a touch of mystique in shades of grey. At higher altitudes, a captivating pink hue emerges from the high-altitude haze. Located at the center left is Uranus' south pole, depicted in striking grey tones. On the right edge, five orange spots catch our attention - these high-altitude clouds are nearly as large as continents on Earth, reminding us of the immense scale and complexity present on this distant planet. As we explore further into this celestial masterpiece, we cannot miss witnessing Uranus' rings gracefully orbiting around it. These ethereal rings add to its allure and make for an extraordinary sight against the backdrop of its atmospheric splendor. Uranus holds many secrets yet to be unraveled by scientists and astronomers alike. This breathtaking photograph serves as a reminder that there is still so much more to discover about our vast universe and its countless wonders beyond what meets the eye.
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