Saturns Moons Flashcards
1
Q
What are the moons atmospheres composed of?
A
Largely nitrogen, no O2 present and many compounds of H, C and N
2
Q
Name of saturns moons?
A
Enceladus & Titan
3
Q
What are the main characteristics of Titan?
A
Cassini imaged in 2003 and Huygens in 2005 Key discoveries - from atmosphere Hydrocarbon lake River - liquid methane Water was found at the South Pole
Mostly dry no widespread methane
Methane condensation produces clouds with rainfall
The surface is young indicating re-surfacing
