Surface of Europa, artwork
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Surface of Europa, artwork
Surface of Europa. Computer artwork of Europa with Jupiter in the background. The surface crust of Europa is made of water ice which form large blocks of ice, similar to polar ocean ice floes on Earth. The absence of large craters suggest that the surface is fairly new, having been refreshed in recent geological history. It is believed that this indicates a large body of water may exist beneath the surface crust. Europa is one of the four Galilean moons of Jupiter. It has a diameter of 3, 100 kilometres (km) and its mass is two- thirds that of our Moon. It orbits Jupiter every 3 days, 13 hours, 14 minutes at a distance of 671, 000 km
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This artwork captures the mesmerizing surface of Europa, one of Jupiter's four Galilean moons. The image showcases a stunning view with the giant gas planet looming majestically in the background. Europa's surface is composed primarily of water ice, forming vast blocks akin to polar ocean ice floes found on Earth. The absence of significant craters suggests that this icy moon has undergone recent geological activity, refreshing its surface crust. Scientists believe that beneath this frozen exterior lies a massive body of water—an intriguing possibility for extraterrestrial life. With a diameter measuring 3,100 kilometers and a mass two-thirds that of our Moon, Europa orbits Jupiter every 3 days, 13 hours, and 14 minutes at an average distance of approximately 671,000 kilometers. Its cracked and fractured terrain hints at tectonic plate movements occurring within this enigmatic world. This remarkable computer-generated illustration offers us a glimpse into the mysteries hidden within our solar system. It reminds us how much there is yet to discover beyond our own planet—a reminder both humbling and awe-inspiring as we continue to explore the wonders of space.
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