It has the wrong density, color, and atmosphere to be a primeval moon of Neptune. Both of these are big deals. When we examine the moons of the other gas giants, we can see immediately why Triton ...

"Triton has a nitrogen atmosphere that freezes into polar caps seasonally," said Dr. Hansen-Koharchek. "The Earth also has a mainly nitrogen atmosphere—can you imagine if our atmosphere froze ...

Here’s how it works. The thin atmosphere of Neptune's moon Triton varies inthickness with the seasons and in the throes of summer, despite its relativelylarge distance from the sun compared to ...

Researchers have shared a radical new idea for how to put a spacecraft in orbit around Neptune: Use the thin atmosphere of Triton, Neptune's largest moon, to capture it. The only spacecraft to ...

The “volcanic plains” of Triton. “Triton has a nitrogen atmosphere that freezes into polar caps seasonally,” said Hansen-Koharchek. “The Earth also has a main nitrogen atmosphere — can ...

Discovered in 1846, Triton is the largest moon of Neptune ... Its retrograde orbit, icy surface, and strange atmosphere make it one of the most fascinating and mysterious moons in our solar ...

Moreover, the planet is constantly bombarded by solar winds, yet it is still able to retain a measurable (albeit, thin) atmosphere. But what about the moons? When there is a measurable difference ...

The festive atmosphere, punctuated by laughter and eclipse-themed songs, attracted many school and community groups to Triton. Many lined up early to get one of 250 free eclipse glasses ...