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Triton and Neptune
Triton and Neptune. Computer artwork of a geyser (black) erupting from Triton, the largest moon of Neptune (blue). Triton is the coldest world in the solar system, with temperatures of -235 degrees Celsius. Some of the atmosphere of nitrogen and methane has frozen out on the surface. The Voyager 2 space probe passed near Triton in August 1989. Pictures were beamed back of dark stains in the sunlit regions. These were explained as soot, ejected by geysers of nitrogen gas, blown into streaks by the prevailing winds
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of Triton and Neptune, two celestial bodies in our vast solar system. Created through computer artwork, it depicts a stunning geyser erupting from Triton, which is Neptune's largest moon. The contrasting colors of black and blue symbolize the mysterious nature of these distant worlds. Triton, known as the coldest world in our solar system, boasts bone-chilling temperatures plummeting to -235 degrees Celsius. This extreme cold has caused parts of its nitrogen and methane atmosphere to freeze out onto its surface, creating an otherworldly landscape. The Voyager 2 space probe had a close encounter with Triton back in August 1989, capturing incredible images that revealed dark stains scattered across sunlit regions. Scientists later discovered that these enigmatic marks were actually soot expelled by geysers of nitrogen gas. These geysers were further shaped into streaks by prevailing winds on this icy moon. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork, we are reminded of the boundless wonders awaiting exploration beyond our planet Earth. It serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable curiosity about the cosmos and our relentless pursuit of knowledge in fields such as astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, and planetary science. This awe-inspiring image was brought to life by Science Photo Library – an invaluable resource for those seeking visual representations that bridge artistry with scientific discovery.
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