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Why are the moons and rings of Uranus and Neptune believed to be dark?
 
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How does emission of long wavelength radio radiation from neutral hydrogen help us overcome the shortcomings of visible light in mapping out distant parts of our galaxy?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Radiation striking ice produces dark organic compounds rich in carbon; it also vaporizes the bright ices that still dominate Saturn's newer rings.

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It allows us to detect interstellar matter in regions where there is no light, allowing us to see what is located at all points in the galaxy, not just in the bright regions lit by hot, young stars.


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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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