Chemical evolution on the giant planets and Titan

Adv Space Res. 1984;4(12):51-8. doi: 10.1016/0273-1177(84)90544-1.

Abstract

We summarize the current status of atmospheric chemistry in the atmospheres of the outer solar system with special emphasis on the question of HCN formation on Jupiter, differences between polar and equatorial compositions on Jupiter, the coloration of the Great Red Spot, and the unique environment of Titan.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Ammonia / chemistry
  • Atmosphere / chemistry*
  • Evolution, Chemical*
  • Gases / analysis*
  • Jupiter*
  • Methane / chemistry
  • Neptune
  • Phosphines / chemistry
  • Photochemistry
  • Saturn*
  • Uranus
  • Water / chemistry

Substances

  • Gases
  • Phosphines
  • Water
  • Ammonia
  • phosphine
  • Methane