Neptune - natural colour with satellites
This image shows the planet Neptune in its natural colours. Astronomers used Hubble’s assortment of filters to pinpoint high altitude clouds floating above the methane rich atmosphere. The moons that can be seen orbiting Neptune are Proteus (the brightest), Larissa, Despina, and Galatea. Neptune had 13 moons at last count.
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About the Object
Name: | Neptune |
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Type: | Solar System : Planet : Type : Gas Giant |
Category: | Solar System |