Monday, 3 October 2016

Jupiter's moon Ganymede is the largest satellite in the solar system.


Jupiter's moon Ganymede is the largest satellite in the solar system. Larger than Mercury and Pluto, and only slightly smaller than Mars, it would easily be classified as a planet if were orbiting the sun rather than Jupiter.

The moon likely has a salty ocean underneath its icy surface, making it a potential location for life. The European Space Agency plans a mission to Jupiter's icy moons that in 2030, is planned to arrive and put special emphasis on observing Ganymede.

Know more:
http://www.space.com/16440-ganymede-facts-about-jupiters-largest-moon.html

Reference:
http://www.space.com/28807-jupiter-moon-ganymede-salty-ocean.html

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2 comments:

  1. Alan James3 October 2016 at 16:31

    I hate to sidetrack your post, but I have to ask you this question Corina Marinescu​​

    Would you take up Elon Musk's idea to take the first trip to Mars?

    Even though the chances of dieing are high?


    http://www.theverge.com/2016/9/28/13087110/spacex-elon-musk-mars-plan-habitat-radiation-funding-questions
    theverge.com - The biggest lingering questions about SpaceX's Mars colonization plans

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  2. Corina Marinescu3 October 2016 at 21:40

    Nope...I kind of like it here on this rock. ;)

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