Study Questions Week 10

Jovian Planets

1. Describe and compare the atmospheric composition of the Jovian planets.

2. Describe and compare the internal structure of the Jovian planets.

3. Describe and compare the magnetic fields of the Jovian planets.

4. Describe and compare the rings of the Jovian planets.

5. Discuss the possible internal heat sources for the Jovian planets.

6. Describe the characteristics of the Galilean moons.

7. What are the distinguishing characteristics of Titan and Mimas.

8. List the 5 major moons of Uranus.

9. What is thought to have happened to Miranda?

10. Describe the surface of Triton.

11. Be able to visually identify the Galilean moons, Titan, Mimas, Miranda, and Triton. Know which planet they each orbit.

12. Be able to visually identify the Jovian planets.

13. Know the names and approximate dates of the missions to the Jovian Planets.

14. Summarize the key components of the Cassini mission.

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