Monday, February 21, 2005

Huygens detects geological activity on Titan

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The ratio of carbon isotopes 12C and 13C in Titan's atmosphere, measured by the probe's Gas Chromatograph and Mass Spectrometer (GCMS) instrument, indicates that methane is being replenished on the freezing world. Continuing geological activity beneath the surface is thought to be the most likely source.

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