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Galilean satellite eclipse studies. I - Observations and satellite characteristicsSpectrophotometric light curves of 12 Galilean satellite eclipses are reported. The observations were made in 20 to 30 channels over the wavelength range 3240 to 10,500 A using the 200-in. telescope. The initial data processing is described. These data measure the Jovian aerosol content in the lower stratosphere and uppermost troposphere and the methane abundance in the lower stratosphere. The data are consistent with a lack of limb darkening on the Galilean satellites. The orbit of Callisto is shown to be inclined 0.08 + or - 0.02 deg to the equatorial plane of Jupiter.
Document ID
19810041860
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Greene, T. F.
Smith, D. W.
Shorthill, R. W.
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1980
Publication Information
Publication: Icarus
Volume: 44
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Exploration
Accession Number
81A26264
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NASW-2205
CONTRACT_GRANT: NGR-48-002-142
CONTRACT_GRANT: NASW-2390
Distribution Limits
Public
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