Cassini Imaging Results at Titan

The Cassini Imaging Science Subsystem (ISS) images show striking albedo markings on the surface of Titan. In equatorial regions the albedo patterns have high contrast and exhibit prominent lineaments and linear/angular boundaries suggestive of tectonic influences or fracturing of brittle surficial m...

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Main Authors: Turtle, E., DelGenio, T., Barbara, J., Collins, G., West, R., Perry J., Porco, C., Johnson, T., Fussner, S., McEwen, A.
Format: Other/Unknown Material
Language:unknown
Published: 2005
Subjects:
Lunar and Planetary Science and Exploration
South Pole
South pole
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2060/20050174640
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Summary:The Cassini Imaging Science Subsystem (ISS) images show striking albedo markings on the surface of Titan. In equatorial regions the albedo patterns have high contrast and exhibit prominent lineaments and linear/angular boundaries suggestive of tectonic influences or fracturing of brittle surficial materials. There are intriguing dark curving lines near the south pole. Here we present several working hypotheses to explain these patterns. We also briefly summarize atmospheric science results.

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