This is an infrared image of Jupiter showing regions which are hot.
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The Source of Heat from Within Uranus
The picture shows places on Jupiter which are hot. Jupiter is a very warm place, as shown in the picture, sort of like a warm log in the fireplace which gives off heat.
Unlike Jupiter, Uranus is like a cold log in the fireplace and does not give off much heat.
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