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Infrared observations of the surface and atmosphere of TitanInfrared photometry of Titan, Saturn, and Saturn's Rings at 3.5, 4.9, 17.8, and 18.4 microns is reported. Comparison of the albedo of Titan in the 4.9 micron 'window' with the albedo of the rings and with laboratory spectra suggests that frost, possibly water ice, could be a major constituent. If thick clouds are present they must be very dark at 4.9 microns. The 17.8 and 18.4 micron data are not consistent with a clear, dense molecular hydrogen atmosphere.
Document ID
19750049738
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Knacke, R. F.
Joyce, R. R.
(Kitt Peak National Observatory Tucson, Ariz., United States)
Owen, T.
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1975
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Exploration
Accession Number
75A33810
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NGR-33-015-169
CONTRACT_GRANT: NGR-33-015-141
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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