Article 1PAV5 Jovian moon Io loses its atmosphere every day

Jovian moon Io loses its atmosphere every day

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Story ImageWhen Jupiter blocks the Sun, the sulphur dioxide atmosphere falls as FROST

If you've ever resented crunching frost underfoot on a cold morning, spare a thought for Jupiter's moon Io: when it's in eclipse, the frost on the ground is a big chunk of its atmosphere."

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