One new mystery of Venus
March 16th, 2008 by SecureCare“…The reflection of short wavelengths like ultraviolet gives a good indication of the occurrence of cloud particles, but the utility of ultraviolet observations is enhanced by the presence of an as-yet unidentified ultraviolet absorber in the atmosphere of Venus, which shows up in the form of dark streaks on ultraviolet images….” Full Slice
March 18th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
Haven’t read the slice, but the UV absorber has been known for a long time, and I love the idea that it might be a life form. Speaking very unscientifically there, I might add.