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Ariel, from 2,52 MKM
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Caption NASA originale:"Distinct bright patches are visible on Ariel, the brightest of Uranus' 5 largest satellites. Voyager 2 obtained this image Jan. 22, 1986, from a distance of 2,52 MKM (1,56 MMs). The clear-filter image, obtained with the narrow-angle camera, shows a resolution of 47 Km (approx. 29 miles). This image shows several distinct bright areas that reflect nearly 45% of the incident sunlight; on average, the satellite displays a reflectivity of about 25-30%. The bright areas are probably fresh water ice, perhaps excavated by impacts. The South Pole of Ariel is slightly off center of the disk in this view. Voyager 2 obtained its best views of the satellite on Jan. 24, 1986 at a closest-approach distance of about 127.000 km (approx. 79.000 mi)".
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(Dettagli)
