Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

The slow evolution of Europa

Aug 23, 2023
Guest
Kevin Trinh
Kevin Trinh, a researcher at Arizona State University, discusses his research on Europa's formation history and its potential habitability. Topics include the upcoming total solar eclipse, Europa's geophysics and geochemistry, solid materials and internal heat in the solar system, tidal heating and volcanism on Europa, and the potential for life on the moon.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Witnessing a Total Eclipse
02:46 • 4min
3
Investigating Europa's Internal Differentiation and Potential Habitability
06:54 • 17min
4
The Significance of Solid Materials and Internal Heat in the Solar System
23:59 • 6min
5
Volcanism and the Importance of Tidal Heating
29:44 • 2min
6
Magma, Seafloor Volcanoes, and the Potential Habitability of Europa
31:52 • 15min
7
Tracking Rain and Typhoons
47:00 • 9min
8
Exploring Planetary Protection and the Possibility of Life on Europa
55:54 • 3min