Some background about satellitesFour tables of planetary and satellite data are presented which list satellite discoveries, planetary parameters, satellite orbits, and satellite physical properties respectively. A scheme for classifying the satellites is provided and it is noted that most known moons fall into three general classes: regular satellites, collisional shards, and irregular satellites. Satellite processes are outlined with attention given to origins, dynamical and thermal evolution, surface processes, and composition and cratering. Background material is provided for each family of satellites.
Document ID
19870036034
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Burns, Joseph A. (Cornell University Ithaca, NY, United States)