
Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science The Volcanoes of Io
Feb 24, 2003
Discover the unique volcanic activity on Io, the moon of Jupiter, and its connection to Earth. Learn about the challenges in mapping Io's ever-changing landscape and how studying its volcanic eruptions can help scientists understand volcanic activity on Earth. Also, explore radar data that challenged assumptions about celestial resonance, a student astronaut contest for the Mars Exploration Rover mission, and a trivia contest with exciting prizes.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Discovering Active Volcanoes on the Moon Io
02:42 • 7min
Exploring Io's Volcanic Activity
10:00 • 4min
Io's Volcanic Activity and its Connection to Earth
14:05 • 12min
Resonances, Student Astronaut Contest, and Density Trivia
26:32 • 2min
Trivia Contest Winner Announcement and Introduction of New Question
28:10 • 2min
