WATER CARDS

Charon

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A Moon of Pluto

The image shows Charon, Pluto's largest moon, in a high-resolution photograph. It appears as a spherical celestial body characterized by varying shades of gray. The upper region of Charon displays a distinct reddish-brown coloration, likely caused by tholins, which are complex organic molecules. The surface features numerous craters, ridges, and valleys, with several light and dark areas indicating a diversified terrain. The lower section exhibits darker hues compared to the brighter midsection.

Surface Reservoir     15💧

The surface of Charon is a mixture of ices, including water ice.

Gravity

Charon’s gravity is 0.03 times the gravity of Earth.

Composition

Rock & Ice

The image depicts a detailed view of a section of Charon, Pluto's largest moon. The surface is marked by numerous impact craters of varying sizes, scattered across a rugged terrain. The landscape features a prominent system of canyons and ridges running horizontally. The texture of the surface appears to be rough and varied, with the color palette consisting mostly of dark browns and grays, contrasting with lighter areas around the craters.

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