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The role of SO2 in volcanism on Io

January 1, 1979

Io and Earth are the only planetary bodies known to be volcanically active; the energetics of the eruptive plumes on Io have important structural implications and are closely linked with the presence of sulphur and SO2.


Citation Information

Publication Year 1979
Title The role of SO2 in volcanism on Io
DOI 10.1038/280738a0
Authors B.A. Smith, E.M. Shoemaker, S. W. Kieffer, A.F. Cook
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Nature
Index ID 70012529
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse