Interpretation of surface features of Europa obtained from occultations by Io

Details Interpretation of surface features of Europa obtained from occultations by Io Interpretation of surface features of Europa obtained from occultations by Io

Sep 1975

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Icarus, vol. 26, Sept. 1975, p. 30-36. Research supported by the New Mexico State University;

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astronomy

Astronomical Maps, Europa, Io, Light Curve, Planetary Surfaces, Albedo, Astronomical Models, Occultation, Surface Properties

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Light curves of occultations of Europa by Io have been used to generate a crude map of albedo features on Europa. The best values currently available for the impact parameters and magnitude ratios for each event have been imposed on our model. Residuals between the observed and computed light curves are interpreted as albedo features on Europa. In order to improve the fit between the observations and the model, it became necessary to impose a general polar brightening. The effects of additional albedo features and alternate models are discussed.

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