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The Sky at Night

Events on Jupiter

Duration: 20 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

In July 2009 a large object crashed into Jupiter, and in May 2010 one of the most prominent features of the planet, the southern equatorial belt, disappeared. But where did it go? Sir Patrick Moore is joined by Dr John Rogers and Dr Leigh Fletcher to discuss the latest events on Jupiter. Pete Lawrence and Paul Abel observe the planet and explain what features can be seen through a telescope. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Patrick Moore
Series Producer:
Paul Vanezis
Executive Producer:
William Lyons

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