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Physical Characterization of TNOs with the James Webb Space Telescope.
- Source :
- Publications of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific; Jan2016, Vol. 128 Issue 959, p1-1, 1p
- Publication Year :
- 2016
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Abstract
- Studies of the physical properties of trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs) are a powerful probe into the processes of planetesimal formation and solar system evolution. James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) will provide unique new capabilities for such studies. Here, we outline where the capabilities of JWST open new avenues of investigation, potentially valuable observations and surveys, and conclude with a discussion of community actions that may serve to enhance the eventual science return of JWST's TNO observations. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- TRANS-Neptunian objects
PLANETESIMALS
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00046280
- Volume :
- 128
- Issue :
- 959
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Publications of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 120537823
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1088/1538-3873/128/959/018010