Astronomy and Astrophysics – Astrophysics
Scientific paper
Feb 1980
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Astrophysical Journal, Part 2 - Letters to the Editor, vol. 236, Feb. 15, 1980, p. L39-L42.
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Astrophysics
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Far Ultraviolet Radiation, Iue, Jupiter Atmosphere, Ultraviolet Spectra, Acetylene, Ammonia, Phosphines, Satellite Observation, Jupiter, Observations, Spectrum, Ultraviolet, Atmosphere, Flux, International Ultraviolet Explorer, Absorptions, Altitudes, Sun, Acetylene, Ammonia, Phosphine, Hydrogen, Hydrogen Sulfide, Models, Photochemistry, Structure, Lyman-Alpha Radiation, Gases, Intensity, Spectroscopy, Optical Properties, Rayleigh Scattering, Photodissociation
Scientific paper
The paper examines the far-UV spectrum of Jupiter recorded by observations with the International Ultraviolet Explorer, noting that only the upper levels of the plant's atmosphere are sampled. It is shown that there are several absorptions caused by C2H2 and indications that NH3 may also be present at these altitudes. In addition, it is suggested that PH3 may also play a role as a continuum absorber, and a new upper limit of 5 x 10 to the -9 on H2S/H2 forbidden line ratio. It is concluded that these results are consistent with existing models for Jovian photochemistry and atmospheric structure.
Caldwell J. Jr. J.
Hunt Garry E.
Lane Arthur L.
Moore V.
Owen Theodore
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