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Differential spectra and phase space densities of trapped electrons at JupiterUsing Pioneer 10 data, differential spectra and phase-space densities have been constructed for trapped electrons at Jupiter. These quantities should assist in calculating synchrotron radiation from these particles and in evaluating the diffusion mechanisms that accelerate the particles. Absorption by the moons Io and Europa is evident, and injection by Io is demonstrated by a density peak in phase space, which demands a local source. There is also a rapid decrease in density between the moons, which could call for either a local loss mechanism or nonlocal losses fed by diffusion.
Document ID
19750044681
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Mcilwain, C. E.
Fillius, R. W.
(California, University La Jolla, Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1975
Publication Information
Publication: Journal of Geophysical Research
Volume: 80
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Exploration
Accession Number
75A28753
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS2-6552
CONTRACT_GRANT: NGL-05-005-007
Distribution Limits
Public
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