Jupiter and Saturn: Near-infrared spectral albedos

The near-infrared (0.65-2.5μm) spectral albedo of Jupiter and Saturn with 1.5% spectral resolution is presented for the center of disk and for the limb. There is a distinct difference in the continuum slope between Jupiter and Saturn which may be attributed to a difference in the dust content or composition of the two atmospheres. There is an indication of limb brightening in the deepest CH ₄ bands on Saturn. No limb brightening is found for Jupiter.