Destination: Jupiter
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Galileo's 1610 discovery of Jupiter's four largest moons revolutionized our understanding of the solar system, supporting the heliocentric model. Subsequent observations by astronomers and writers' incorporation of Jupiter in science fiction expanded our knowledge and imagination. NASA's missions in the 1970s provided close-up views of Jupiter's atmosphere and moons, while ongoing missions like Juno continue to study the gas giant, inspiring scientific discoveries and creative works.
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