Ice volcanoes on Charon, artwork

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Ice volcanoes on Charon, artwork

Ice volcanoes erupting on Charon, artwork. Charon is the largest moon of the dwarf planet Pluto (in the sky in the background). Pluto and Charon are icy bodies that orbit within the Kuiper Belt on the edge of the Solar System, some 6 billion kilometres from the Sun (not seen). Pluto is around 2300 kilometres across, and Charon about half that size. Ice volcanoes (also known as ice geysers), are found on icy bodies in the outer Solar System. They are eruptions of liquid and gas caused by the heating and melting of ices of nitrogen and methane

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This artwork showcases the mesmerizing phenomenon of ice volcanoes erupting on Charon, the largest moon of Pluto. Against a backdrop of the distant dwarf planet, this illustration transports us to the icy depths of the outer Solar System. Charon and Pluto, both composed primarily of frozen substances, reside within the Kuiper Belt, approximately 6 billion kilometers away from our Sun. The image captures the sheer power and beauty of these ice geysers as they explode with liquid and gas. The intense heating and melting of nitrogen and methane ices give rise to these spectacular eruptions that shape Charon's frozen surface. Debris is hurled into space as these volatile forces reshape its landscape. With Pluto measuring around 2300 kilometers in diameter and Charon about half its size, this double dwarf planet system offers an intriguing glimpse into planetary science beyond our familiar terrestrial realm. As we marvel at this artistic representation, we are reminded once again of how vast and diverse our solar neighborhood truly is. Through this stunning portrayal by Science Photo Library, we can appreciate not only the scientific significance but also the aesthetic allure that lies within celestial bodies like Charon. This artwork invites us to explore further into unknown realms where coldness reigns supreme while igniting curiosity about what other wonders await discovery in our ever-expanding universe.

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