Poster Print : Artists impression of the Martian moon Phobos
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Artists impression of the Martian moon Phobos
Phobos, the larger of the two satellites of Mars, orbits the planet just 6000km above its surface. Measuring 27x21x19km, Phobos is dominated by the great crater Stickney, which is 8km across. Parallel grooves radiate from Stickney & may be evidence of the severe fracturing caused by the impact which formed the crater & almost blew the moon apart. Phobos is composed of a black material that reflects only 3-5% of the sunlight striking it. Phobos orbits Mars in 7.7 hours in a synchronous orbit, which means that the same hemisphere is always facing the planet
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Cosmology Crater Grooves Mars Martian Moon Phobos Planetary Stickney
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the enchanting allure of the Red Planet with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring an artist's impression of Mars' intriguing moon, Phobos, by Science Photo Library, these prints bring the mysteries of the cosmos right into your home or office. Phobos, the larger of Mars' two moons, orbits the planet just above its surface, presenting a captivating sight. Measuring approximately 27x21x19km, Phobos is dominated by the impressive crater Stickney, which spans an impressive 8km across. Experience the wonder of space exploration with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for space enthusiasts and scientists alike.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 42cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases an artist's impression of Phobos, one of Mars' enigmatic moons. Standing as the larger of the two satellites orbiting Mars, Phobos hovers a mere 6000km above the planet's surface. With dimensions measuring 27x21x19km, this celestial body is dominated by the awe-inspiring Stickney crater, spanning a remarkable 8km in diameter. The impact that formed Stickney left its mark on Phobos, fracturing it severely and almost tearing it apart. Evidence of this cataclysmic event can be seen through parallel grooves radiating from Stickney's center. These grooves serve as a testament to the immense forces at play during the moon's creation. Phobos possesses an intriguing composition; its surface is composed primarily of a black material that reflects only a minuscule fraction (3-5%) of sunlight striking it. This unique characteristic adds to its mystique and sets it apart from other celestial bodies within our solar system. Intriguingly, Phobos orbits Mars every 7.7 hours in what is known as a synchronous orbit. This means that one hemisphere perpetually faces towards the Red Planet while journeying through space. Through this mesmerizing image captured by Science Photo Library, we are granted a glimpse into the cosmic wonders present within our universe – reminding us once again how truly extraordinary and diverse our planetary neighbors can be.
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