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Don't look so blue, Neptune: Now astronomers know this planet's true color
Voyager 2's images of Neptune and Uranus were processed to enhance their distinct features, making the planets appear more vibrant and different in color than they actually are.
A new analysis using data from the Hubble Space Telescope and Very Large Telescope has revealed the true, more subtle colors of Neptune and Uranus. [ more ]