Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics
Scientific paper
May 1988
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Astrophysical Journal, Part 1 (ISSN 0004-637X), vol. 328, May 15, 1988, p. 888-918.
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astrophysics
52
Io, Jupiter Satellites, Molecular Clouds, Planetary Magnetospheres, Radiation Pressure, Sodium Vapor, Electric Fields, Morphology, Planetary Magnetic Fields, Planetary Nebulae, Solar Radiation
Scientific paper
A previously developed neutral cloud model is applied to the neutral sodium cloud produced by Io. Past models for the cloud are reviewed and the motivation for developing better models is discussed. The interactions of sodium in the plasma torus are discussed. It is shown how the new model can be used to provide a consistent physical explanation for the basic physical characteristics of the spatially extended Io sodium cloud and for the east-west intensity asymmetry observed very near Io. This leads to definite conclusions regarding the flux distribution and density of sodium in Io's exosphere, the level of the collisional exobase in the atmosphere, the nature of the interaction of the corotating plasma torus and the satellite atmosphere/corona, and the presence of an east-west electric field in the planetary system.
Combi Michael R.
Smyth William H.
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