Interpretation of surface features of Europa obtained from occultations by Io

Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astronomy

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Astronomical Observatories, Eclipses, Europa, Jupiter (Planet), Surface Properties, Albedo, Mathematical Models, Natural Satellites, Planetary Environments, Planetary Mapping, Reflectance

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Light curves of occultations of Europa by Io were used to generate a crude map of albedo features on Europa. Impact parameters and magnitude ratios for each event were imposed on a model. Residuals between the observed and computed light curves were interpreted as albedo features on Europa. In order to improve the fit between the observations and the model a general polar brightening was employed. The effects of additional albedo features and alternate models are discussed.

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