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Polarimetry of Solar System minor bodies and planets: Polarimetry of Solar System minor bodies and planets

December 2024 • 2024A&ARv..32....7B

Authors • Bagnulo, Stefano • Belskaya, Irina • Cellino, Alberto • Kwon, Yuna G. • Muñoz, Olga • Stam, Daphne M.

Abstract • The study of the polarisation of light is a powerful tool for probing the physical and compositional properties of astrophysical sources, including Solar System objects. In this article, we provide a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art in polarimetric studies of various celestial bodies within our Solar System: planets, moons, asteroids, and comets. Additionally, we review relevant laboratory measurements and summarise the fundamental principles of polarimetric observational techniques.

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ELECTR https://doi.org/10.1007%2Fs00159-024-00157-w

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