Antique Framed Print : Artists impression of surface of Titan
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Artists impression of surface of Titan
Titan. Artists impression of the surface of Titan, the largest of Saturns moons. Titan is the largest moon in the Solar System and the only one with a planet-like atmosphere. Its surface is hidden by a dense blanket of orange, methane-rich clouds, from which a continuous rain of organic compounds is thought to fall. There may also be seas of liquid methane and ethane on the surface, although the temperature (about -100 degrees C) is too low for liquid water. Scientists believe the mixture of organic compounds in Titans atmosphere might mirror that of the primitive Earth, and could hold clues about the origin of life from simple organic compounds
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Media ID 6445069
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Cosmology Moon Planetary Saturn Saturnian Moon Surface Titan
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.8cm (9.6" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the artists' impression of the mysterious surface of Titan, Saturn's largest moon. As the largest moon in our Solar System and possessing a planet-like atmosphere, Titan remains an enigmatic celestial body. The dense blanket of orange, methane-rich clouds shrouding its surface obscures our direct view, but it is believed that organic compounds rain down continuously from these clouds. Scientists speculate that liquid methane and ethane seas might exist on Titan's frigid terrain, where temperatures plummet to around -100 degrees Celsius. The unique mixture of organic compounds present in Titan's atmosphere has piqued scientific curiosity as it potentially mirrors Earth's early conditions. This resemblance offers valuable insights into the origins of life through simple organic compounds. Exploring this distant world holds promise for unraveling fundamental questions about our own existence. Displayed against a backdrop of cosmic wonders, this awe-inspiring artwork by Science Photo Library invites us to contemplate the mysteries hidden within Saturn's satellite. It serves as a reminder that even amidst vast expanses of space, there are still countless secrets waiting to be unveiled by intrepid explorers and curious minds alike.
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