WATER CARDS

Iapetus

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A Moon of Saturn

The image depicts Iapetus, one of Saturn's moons. It is a nearly spherical celestial body with a prominent contrast in surface coloration. The left side of the moon appears brighter with shades of gray and white, indicative of icy regions. The right side is darker with deep, almost black areas, suggesting a surface coated in a different material, possibly dust or rock. Distinct craters and surface textures are visible, adding to the rugged appearance of the moon. The complexity of terrains spreads across the surface, with varying levels of brightness and shadow indicating topographical features like ridges and depressions.

Surface Reservoir     17💧

Iapetus’ surface is mostly made of water ice.

Gravity

Iapetus’ gravity is 0.02 times the gravity of Earth.

Composition

Rock & Ice

The image depicts the rugged surface of Iapetus, one of Saturn's moons. It features an array of large and small craters spread across a mountainous terrain. The craters vary in size and depth, creating a textured and uneven landscape. Shadows within the craters add contrast to the predominantly grey surface. The image captures the natural roughness and complexity of the moon’s landscape, with visible ridges and overlapping impact sites.

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