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Simultaneous Views of Titan's Surface and Atmosphere

Two simultaneous images of Titan, obtained on February 7, 2004, with NACO in SDI mode. Left : at 1.575 μm with a clear view towards the surface. Right : at 1.625 μm, where the atmosphere appears entirely opaque.

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ESO

About the Image

Id:eso0412c
Type:Observation
Release date:14 April 2004
Related releases:eso0412
Size:1914 x 918 px

About the Object

Name:Titan
Type:• Solar System : Planet : Satellite
• X - Solar System

Colours & filters

BandWavelengthTelescope
Infrared
Near-IR
1.575 μm Very Large Telescope
NACO
Infrared
Near-IR
1.625 μm Very Large Telescope
NACO

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