JWST infrared observations of Io (IMAGE)

University of California - Berkeley

JWST infrared observations of Io

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A JWST infrared image of Io shows hot volcanic eruptions at Kanehekili Fluctus (center) and Loki Patera (right). The circle outlines the surface of the moon.

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Imke de Pater, UC Berkeley

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