The term "Jovian Moons" refers to the natural satellites that orbit the planet Jupiter. Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, has over 79 known moons, with the four largest being Io, Europa, Ganymede, and Callisto. These four moons are often called the Galilean moons because they were discovered by the astronomer Galileo Galilei in 1610. Each of these moons has unique features, such as Io's volcanic activity and Europa's icy surface, which may hide a subsurface ocean.
The study of Jovian moons is important for understanding the formation of our solar system and the potential for life beyond Earth. For instance, Europa is a prime candidate in the