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Photometric evidence on long-term stability of albedo and colour markings on Io

Historical measurements of the albedo and colour of Io are examined for evidence of major resurfacing events.

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Morrison, D., Pieri, D., Veverka, J. et al. Photometric evidence on long-term stability of albedo and colour markings on Io. Nature 280, 753–755 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1038/280753a0

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