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Triton and Pluto: The long lost twins of active worlds

by Adrienn Luspay-Kuti

Pluto and Triton in planetary context

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Pluto and Triton in planetary context

This planetary-science volume brings Pluto and Neptune’s moon Triton into a single comparative frame, examining similarities and differences across their features and considering how their shared origins might relate to their distinct histories. It also surveys the limited spacecraft exploration of both worlds, including findings from the New Horizons flyby of Pluto. The discussion extends to unanswered scientific questions and constraints that future missions would need to address, making the book a synthesis of current exploration alongside an outline of what remains to be investigated.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Researchers and graduate students in planetary science
  • Readers interested in comparative study of Pluto, Triton, and the outer Solar System
  • Planetary-science courses focused on the outer Solar System

Themes

Comparative planetologyOuter Solar SystemSpacecraft explorationFuture planetary missions

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Book overview

Pluto and Triton are icy twins of the outer Solar System, 'born' in the same region but 'raised' under very different circumstances. This book provides a comprehensive review of the similarities and differences between various features of Pluto and Triton for a big-picture view of how these planetary bodies may be connected. In addition, the book reviews the far too limited spacecraft exploration that has been devoted to both of these planetary bodies and outlines the outstanding questions that future missions will need to answer.

This book is suitable for researchers and graduate students alike in planetary science. It is not a course text but could be used for planetary science courses focused on the outer solar system.

Key Features

  • Represents the first book to compare and contrast Pluto and Triton

  • Includes results from the New Horizons flyby of Pluto, one of the most exciting and scientifically impactful events in modern planetary exploration

  • Written by leading experts in the field

  • Identifies outstanding science questions and planning constraints for future missions

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