Io

A composite image of Io obtained through a near-infrared, narrow optical filter (Brackett-gamma at wavelength 2.166 µm) and a longer wavelength (L'-filter at 3.8 µm), with a latitude-longitude grid superposed and some of the main surface features identified.

Credit:

ESO

About the Image

Id:eso0204c
Type:Observation
Release date:31 January 2002
Related releases:eso0204
Size:927 x 930 px

About the Object

Name:Io
Type:Solar System : Planet : Satellite
Category:Solar System

Image Formats

Large JPEG
211.4 KB
Screensize JPEG
181.1 KB

Wallpapers

1024x768
205.8 KB
1280x1024
276.2 KB
1600x1200
368.5 KB
1920x1200
434.7 KB
2048x1536
501.9 KB

Colours & filters

BandWavelengthTelescope
Infrared
L
3.8 μmVery Large Telescope
NACO
Infrared
Br-gamma
2.166 μmVery Large Telescope
NACO