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NASA Webb, Hubble Share Most Comprehensive View of Saturn to Date
Release date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 2:00:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time
Infrared and visible observations show layers and storms in the ringed planet’s atmosphere
For centuries, Saturn has captivated skywatchers, from the first telescopic glimpses of its strange “ears” in the 1600’s to the detailed spacecraft portraits of today. Now, two of NASA’s most powerful observatories – the James Webb Space Telescope and the Hubble Space Telescope – are continuing that tradition. By observing the ringed planet in different wavelengths of light, the telescopes are revealing new insights into this gas giant.
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