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.

Subsurface Reservoir     153💧

Based on its density, Iapetus is made of mostly water ice.

Gravity

Iapetus’ gravity is 0.02 times the gravity of Earth.

Composition

Rock & Ice

The image depicts a portion of Iapetus, one of Saturn's moons, showcasing its contrasting surface. The surface appears to have a dual-tone effect with a dark chocolate-brown area dominating the left side, gradually transitioning to a lighter, grayish region on the right. The dark part is marked by subtle, linear ridges and patterns that crisscross the surface. There are numerous craters visible, especially concentrated towards the center and the lighter region, indicating impact sites. The craters vary in size and are ring-like in appearance. The overall texture of the moon's surface appears rough and rugged.

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