Simultaneous Views of Titan's Surface and Atmosphere

Two simultaneous images of Titan, obtained on February 7, 2004, with NACO in SDI mode. Left : at 1.575 ��m with a clear view towards the surface. Right : at 1.625 ��m, where the atmosphere appears entirely opaque.

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About the Image

Id:	eso0412c
Type:	Observation
Release date:	14 April 2004
Related releases:	eso0412
Size:	1914 x 918 px

About the Object

Name:	Titan
Type:	• Solar System : Planet : Satellite
Category:	• Solar System

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Colours & filters

Band	Wavelength	Telescope
Infrared Near-IR	1.575 μm	Very Large Telescope NACO
Infrared Near-IR	1.625 μm	Very Large Telescope NACO

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