Physics
Scientific paper
Dec 1989
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1989georl..16.1489m&link_type=abstract
Geophysical Research Letters (ISSN 0094-8276), vol. 16, Dec. 1989, p. 1489-1492.
Physics
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Cloud Physics, Galactic Cosmic Rays, Neptune Atmosphere, Planetary Ionospheres, Solar Cycles, Troposphere, Albedo, Interplanetary Medium, Radiative Transfer, Solar Activity Effects
Scientific paper
A model of Neptune's troposphere and stratosphere is used to estimate the cosmic-ray-induced ionization on Neptune at sunspot maximum and minimum for a range of possible planetary magnetic field strengths. The impact of this ionization on aerosol formation and the effect of the aerosol layer on the planet's albedo are examined. The results suggest that the 'white haze' theory may explain observations of the variation of Neptune's visible albedo with solar cycle (Lockwood and Thompson, 1986).
Allen Mark
Moses Julianne I.
Yung Yuk L.
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