Io-Related Jovian Decametric Bursts and Io Sodium
Abstract
A correlation between the presence of sodium surrounding Io and Io-related Jovian decametric bursts has been found. This suggests that sodium acts as a conductive mechanism for a potential difference across Io's diameter as it crosses Jovian magnetic field lines. It also removes the need for a low surface resistance to produce the decametric noise bursts.
- Publication:
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Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada
- Pub Date:
- April 1975
- Bibcode:
- 1975JRASC..69...89C
- Keywords:
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- Decametric Waves;
- Io;
- Jupiter (Planet);
- Planetary Radiation;
- Radio Bursts;
- Sodium;
- Astronomical Models;
- Cosmic Noise;
- Electrical Resistivity;
- Planetary Atmospheres;
- Planetary Magnetic Fields;
- Lunar and Planetary Exploration