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Physical Characterization of TNOs with the James Webb Space Telescope.

Authors :
Alex Parker
Noemi Pinilla-Alonso
Pablo Santos-Sanz
John Stansberry
Alvaro Alvarez-Candal
Michele Bannister
Susan Benecchi
Jason Cook
Wesley Fraser
Will Grundy
Aurelie Guilbert
Bill Merline
Arielle Moullet
Michael Mueller
Cathy Olkin
Darin Ragozzine
Source :
Publications of the Astronomical Society of the Pacific; Jan2016, Vol. 128 Issue 959, p1-1, 1p
Publication Year :
2016

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]

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