Uranus. [Scientific study of planetary structure, ring systems, and magnetosphere]

Journal Article · Sun Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Rev. Geophys.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1029/RG025i002p00251· OSTI ID:6268324

Bergstralh, J T

Observations and theoretical investigations of the Uranus (U) system from the period 1983-1986 are reviewed, with an emphasis on the Voyager 2 encounter with U on January 26, 1986. Topics addressed include the bulk U composition, structure, and heat flux; the U atmospheric composition, structure, and circulation; the U rings; the major and minor U satellites; the U magnetosphere; and the Lyman-alpha 'electroglow' observed on the sunlit hemisphere of U. 191 references.

• Research Organization: California Institute of Technology, Pasadena
• OSTI ID: 6268324
• Journal Information: Rev. Geophys.; (United States), Vol. 25
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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URANUS PLANET
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PLANETARY MAGNETOSPHERES
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SATELLITES
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