How did scientists discover Jupiter?

Answer 1

Look out at night. It would appear as a bright white "star" in the sky (only the sun, moon, and venus get brighter in our sky) along the celestial equator (earths equator projected out in to space. Figure that you can see Jupiter for about 7 months and then not see it for five months over a year as earth goes around its orbit and the sun is between earth and Jupiter thus obscurring our view. Jupiter can be seen when it's close to the sun but you need the proper equipment and caution to see it during those times because of the danger of accidently looking at the sun.

Answer 2

Scientists have known about Jupiter since ancient times, as it is visible to the naked eye in the night sky. However, the detailed study of Jupiter began with the invention of the telescope in the 17th century, which allowed scientists to observe its features such as its moons and bands of clouds. Further exploration using spacecraft, such as the Pioneer and Voyager missions, has provided even more detailed information about Jupiter.

Answer 3

Because Jupiter orbits the Sun and it satisfies the criteria of being a planet.

Answer 4

well you can see it from the ancient times in the sky.

Answer 5

Scientists did not discover the planet Jupiter. The planet is and always has been visible to the naked eye and has therefore been know to everyone since ancient times.

Answer 6

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